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A Quiet Battle : Stand Up Against Poverty

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Sitting under a roof, using a laptop while watching TV, one would never assume there are others lying on the streets, suffering, and helpless.
The circle of poverty is historic, yet passive canadians seem not to react nonetheless. As Canadians, most of us are most definately charitable, but are quite uninformed. Especially in the maritimes, the majority of us are not exposed to the realities of poverty, and this issue surely hits close to home. After joining TIG, even I have realized the level of ignorance one can maintain. It may seem far fetched to imagine homelessness children or dying individuals right in your city, but it's there. Although it may be hidden, as the unwealthy individuals aren't exposed in society-- they are weaved in between the lines of reality and what we want to see as citizens. Beginning my new work at the Teen Resource Centre, I have realized the true effect of poverty on a city, and the world as a whole.
Although most of us do not personally see the true effects of poverty, they are real. People are suffering, and people do need help. We have to face up to the fact that out cities aren't perfect , and although the global community is great as a whole, improvements need to be made. Change is possible and people need our help.

This is where we start. Keep showing your support, keep communicating, and never give up.

Love always,

Meg

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