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World Day Against Poverty: 'A life in poverty is full of obstacles'

On October 17th, the International Day of Action Against Poverty is celebrated, focusing on (basic) rights in danger.

Generic image of a white sheet tied with a knot, hanging from a window frame. The background shows a blurred street in Flanders.
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Generic image of a white sheet tied with a knot, hanging from a window frame. The background shows a blurred street in Flanders.

On October 17th, the International Day of Action Against Poverty, the message of the Week Against Poverty is brought to attention with the theme: “A life in poverty is full of obstacles”.

During the Week Against Poverty, we reflect on the daily challenges faced by people living in poverty. On October 17th, the International Day of Action Against Poverty, this message is given extra attention.
This year's theme is: “A life in poverty is full of obstacles”, with a strong focus on (basic) rights being endangered.
Everyone is invited to participate by hanging a white knotted sheet from their window, the symbol of resistance against poverty.
Based on information from the official source: Stek92 (13/10/2026)

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