Addressing relational poverty

Addressing relational poverty

Pericleans -alumni and current- have a responsibility to ceaselessly increase their knowledge about global social issues not only specific to their country of focus but as well about those impacting all humanity.

One of the of the issues that cuts across all nations of the world is that of poverty.

For those of you who are not yet familiar with the term “relational poverty” (or ‘RP’ as some are calling it) I strongly encourage you to visit this informational web site.  After exploring this site your Class might consider discussing this concept and looking into the sponsorship possibilities.  You might even want to take the screening test yourself.

Below is a one of the sad stories you will see on this web site.  Be prepared for an emotional journey.

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Elon University is located in the Far West.

 

 

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