The APLE Collective are part of a national movement which takes place every year on October 17th, known as the International Day of the Eradication of Poverty.
On 17 October 1987, ATD Fourth World initiated the World Day for Overcoming Poverty focused on Joseph Wresinski’s message:
“Wherever men and women are condemned to live in extreme poverty, human rights are violated. To come together to ensure that these rights be respected is our solemn duty.”
The day is a platform for people living in poverty to speak out about their lives and struggles and to invite others to join them in the fight to end poverty. In the words of one participant: “It’s our day. We can say what we have in our hearts without shame, without embarrassment.” Five years later, the United Nations recognised 17 October as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and called on all nations to renew their commitment to fighting poverty.
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