How to Solve Poverty

By: Brandon Stover | Plato University
  • Summary

  • Learn to solve one of the greatest challenges of our time: poverty. In this course you’ll use systems thinking to understand the causes, systems, and obstacles underlying the poverty challenge and discover a portfolio of possible solutions. Explore our easy-to-understand, science-backed lessons with actionable advice and practical skills you can learn to start taking action right away without being an economist! When you're ready to learn more skills, join for FREE at Plato.University/courses/poverty to get exclusive access to lesson content, worksheets, coaching, and a learning community. How to Solve Climate Change is a skill course brought to you by Plato University.
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Episodes
  • Final: How to Create a Solution to Poverty
    Aug 10 2024

    We delve into the essential process of developing a plan to tackle global challenges like poverty. The lesson guides viewers through evaluating existing solutions, identifying leverage points, and creating a hypothesis for solving the issue. It emphasizes the importance of designing and implementing a detailed plan, measuring results, and iterating based on effectiveness. With practical examples and actionable steps, this lesson encourages you to take responsibility and make meaningful changes. Join us at Plato University for additional resources and to be part of a community dedicated to solving world problems.

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    How to Solve Poverty is a course presented by Plato University.

    Enroll in the course for FREE to get exclusive access to:

    • A community of passionate learners like you
    • Videos with every lesson
    • Advanced resources
    • Additional skills
    • And much more

    Enroll at plato.university/courses/poverty

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    12 mins
  • Solutions: How Can Investing be a Solution to Poverty?
    Aug 9 2024

    We explore the concept of investing and its potential as a solution to poverty. We delve into the fundamentals of investing in assets, from stocks and bonds to real estate and businesses, explaining how they can generate wealth and improve living standards over time. We discuss the challenges faced by impoverished communities, such as lack of capital and financial knowledge, and highlight who benefits most from investment-focused strategies. Additionally, we cover real-life examples like Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and propose innovative policies and education programs necessary for success. Ideal for passionate students aiming to tackle global poverty, we also suggest key skills to develop in finance, entrepreneurship, and community development.

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    How to Solve Poverty is a course presented by Plato University.

    Enroll in the course for FREE to get exclusive access to:

    • A community of passionate learners like you
    • Videos with every lesson
    • Advanced resources
    • Additional skills
    • And much more

    Enroll at plato.university/courses/poverty

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    6 mins
  • Solutions: How Can Economic Protectionism be a Solution to Poverty?
    Aug 8 2024

    In this video, we explore the concept of economic protectionism and its potential to alleviate poverty. We explain protectionism from first principles, discuss how it aims to protect domestic industries and promote economic growth, and examine the arguments for and against its effectiveness in reducing poverty. The video also outlines a step-by-step approach to implementing protectionism, features a real-life example from the US-China trade war, and suggests key skills for students interested in solving global economic issues.

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    How to Solve Poverty is a course presented by Plato University.

    Enroll in the course for FREE to get exclusive access to:

    • A community of passionate learners like you
    • Videos with every lesson
    • Advanced resources
    • Additional skills
    • And much more

    Enroll at plato.university/courses/poverty

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    6 mins

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