Abstract:
Child poverty is a worldwide phenomenon, even in developed countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom. This thesis explores the issue at national and local levels. A brief description of Johnson's War on Poverty is given, along with national poverty rates, before delving into the poverty rates of Muncie, Indiana, and the Youth Initiative that has been set forth by TEAMwork for Quality Living. Child deprivation within the United Kingdom is explored, with focus on Northern Ireland. A national initiative, the Child Poverty Act 2010 is discussed. Rates in Derry, Northern Ireland (also known as Londonderry) are presented, along with the Children & Young People Action Plan 2012-2015 set forth by Derry City Council.
