The purpose of this day is to raise awareness on the impact poverty has on society and to emphasize the need to create a world where all people can enjoy equal rights and live with dignity.

According to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, the eradication of poverty isn’t just a matter of philanthropy, but a matter of justice. 

We hope that the celebration of this day becomes less and less necessary. But until that happens, we must do everything in our power to provide some comfort to our fellow citizens in need.

This concerns all of us!