Through these actions, the local government is drawing attention to the World Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Poverty is framed as more than just a lack of money; it also encompasses inequality and exclusion, and the difficulties people face in accessing what seems self-evident to others. The Network Against Poverty annually emphasizes this message, with the 2026 theme being ‘fundamental rights in danger’.
The knotted white sheets, hanging from the buildings, symbolize escaping poverty, while the knot refers to the obstacles people encounter. In addition to the sheets, signs with campaign images will be placed at various locations, including the Sociaal Huis, the town hall, the Art Academy, and the sports zone. A themed display can be found in the De Letterbeek library.
The initiatives invite the residents of Poperinge to reflect on the reality of poverty and the hurdles people face in fully participating in society.
