Sustainable energy factsheet
A summary of why access to sustainable energy is so vital for development, with statistics and examples.
A pack of factsheets on a range of development issues. Great for research, homework or a brief overview of some major themes in global development. KS3, KS4, Post-16.
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Poverty
A factsheet covering some of the statistics and stories behind extreme poverty.
Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to end poverty and protect the planet; we all need to know about them.
Trade
Our global economy is built on trade, but this often disadvantages LEDCs.
Aid
Aid is money donated by governments and charities to other countries in times of need. Responsible aid aims to help people out of poverty through education and training.
Emergencies
Emergencies can result from human actions or natural disasters, but in either case the speed and nature of the international response is crucial.
Health
As the global community develops we are continually faced with new and complex world health issues, and people living in extreme poverty often miss out on adequate health care.
HIV and AIDS
There have been huge medical advances in the treatment of HIV, but still not everyone has access.
Climate change
Some statistics, some facts and some thoughts to ponder on the impacts of climate change in the developing world.
Homework help
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