Effects of the issue on individuals, families and communities Flashcards
What is a major consequence of poor infrastructure in less developed countries?
Isolation and limited access to basic services
Why can goods, food, and medicine not reach some communities?
Due to poor transportation infrastructure
What impact does poor transport have on local products?
Products can’t reach markets, reducing income and economic growth
What basic services do many communities lack due to poor infrastructure?
Sanitation and clean water
Who is often responsible for collecting water in underdeveloped communities?
Women
What risk is associated with collecting water from contaminated sources?
Disease transmission
What percentage of Africa’s population lacks access to clean water (2017 World Bank)?
23%
What percentage of Africa’s population has access to electricity?
35%
What has happened to the number of roads in parts of Africa?
It has decreased
What can underdevelopment and scarcity of resources lead to?
Violent conflict and war crimes
What often divides communities during conflict in underdeveloped nations?
Ethnic or racial differences
What sparked the civil war in South Sudan?
A political dispute between the president and vice president from different ethnic groups
What were the consequences of South Sudan’s civil war?
Displacement, starvation, and thousands of deaths
What war crimes were reported by the UN in South Sudan?
Killing of men and rape of women and girls
What increases the likelihood of conflict in underdeveloped areas?
Resource scarcity and corrupt or divided governments
Why are underdeveloped countries vulnerable to disease outbreaks?
Weak healthcare systems and poor infrastructure
What major health crisis affected West Africa from 2014 to 2016?
The Ebola outbreak
How many people died during the West African Ebola outbreak?
Over 11,000
Why did West African countries need foreign aid during Ebola?
They lacked resources to fight the epidemic alone
What is a global risk of disease in underdeveloped areas?
Diseases can spread beyond borders when healthcare systems are overwhelmed
What limits economic opportunity in poor communities?
People have little money to spend, discouraging businesses
What is the effect of limited local businesses in poor areas?
Few job opportunities and continued poverty
What country shows how conflict and underdevelopment trap people in poverty?
Somalia
What kind of jobs do most people in rural Somalia rely on?
Farming and other low-income, labour-intensive work
What makes farming hard in Somalia?
Droughts and poor infrastructure
How does poverty affect future generations?
It limits access to education, healthcare, and jobs
How does underdevelopment reinforce gender inequality in families?
It limits women’s rights, opportunities, and independence
Who often takes on the caregiving role in traditional societies?
Women
Why are women in underdeveloped regions vulnerable to HIV?
They may rely on male partners and lack power to refuse sex
What is a consequence of women having limited control over fertility?
Dangerous pregnancies and higher maternal mortality
Who is more likely to be sent to school in some developing countries?
Sons
What is the economic cost of not educating girls, according to the World Bank?
$15–$30 trillion
Who accounts for two-thirds of teenage HIV infections in developing countries?
Females
How much higher is maternal mortality in developing countries compared to developed ones?
14 times higher
Why is HIV so devastating in developing countries?
It’s preventable but under-resourced, hitting working-age adults hardest
What age group is most affected by HIV in poor countries?
15 to 49 years old
How does HIV affect family income?
Infected parents can’t work, reducing income and deepening poverty
What happens to many children whose parents die of HIV/AIDS?
They are orphaned and cared for by elderly relatives
What challenges do orphans of HIV/AIDS face?
Stigma, lack of healthcare and education, and social exclusion
How many children have lost one or both parents to HIV/AIDS?
Around 17 million
What is the long-term impact of HIV on families?
It causes poverty, neglect, and a cycle of hardship
What basic needs are often unaffordable for families in developing nations?
Food, shelter, healthcare, and education
What happens when children lack access to basic needs?
They remain trapped in poverty as adults
What does poverty in childhood lead to later in life?
Poor health, limited education, and few job opportunities
How many children worldwide are unlikely to reach their full potential?
250 million
What is the expected income gap for children affected by stunting and poverty?
26% less than their peers
What percentage of people in sub-Saharan Africa live in extreme poverty?
Nearly 50%
What percentage of children in sub-Saharan Africa are at risk of poor development?
66%
Why are developing countries more prone to conflict?
Scarcity of resources like land and food
What happens to families during conflict in underdeveloped countries?
They are forced to flee their homes
What are the effects of families being displaced by conflict?
Loss of homes, businesses, and community support
How many Somalis have fled the country due to conflict?
Nearly 1 million
How many Somalis are displaced within the country?
Around 2 million
What challenges do displaced families face?
Finding safety, food, shelter, and rebuilding their lives
How does conflict affect livelihoods in underdeveloped areas?
It stops people from working or accessing services
What strain do refugee families place on neighbouring countries?
They stretch already limited resources
Why do many children in developing countries lack education?
Governments can’t afford to prioritise education
What is a result of low education funding in developing nations?
Widespread illiteracy and poor attainment
How many Sub-Saharan African children finish primary school with basic skills?
Fewer than half
What is a problem with many teachers in developing countries?
Half of secondary teachers are undertrained
Why is education important for development?
It helps individuals improve lives and economies
How does gender inequality affect education?
Girls are often denied schooling
How many children globally are missing from school?
263 million
What does a lack of education mean for the future?
It traps people and countries in poverty
What causes poor health in developing countries?
Lack of healthcare and preventable diseases
How many people lived with HIV in 2016?
36.7 million
How many people died from HIV-related illness in 2016?
Nearly 1 million
How many malaria deaths occurred in 2016?
Almost half a million
What percentage of Africa’s population lives with HIV?
4%
Who are the main victims of malaria in Africa?
Children under five
Why should the developed world care about poor healthcare in poor regions?
Diseases can spread globally
What does conflict often lead to in developing nations?
Death, displacement, and suffering
How many lives has the Syrian Civil War claimed?
About 500,000
How many Syrians have been displaced?
12 million
How many deaths have occurred due to conflict in the DRC?
About 6 million
What infrastructure is destroyed in wars?
Schools, hospitals, roads
What is a major issue in South Sudan due to war?
Food insecurity for 6.3 million people
What’s the long-term impact of war on countries?
It stops development and traps people in poverty
What traps people in poverty in developing nations?
Poor infrastructure and conflict
What is the average annual income in the DRC?
$394.25
What is the global poverty line?
$1.90 a day
Why don’t resource-rich countries like the DRC benefit?
Lack of infrastructure, poor governance, and conflict
What are the consequences of poverty?
Malnutrition, poor education, and poor health
What role are women often expected to play in poor countries?
Caregivers
What does dependence on men cause for women?
Vulnerability to exploitation and HIV
How much higher is maternal mortality in poor countries?
14 times higher
Why is maternal mortality so high?
Poor medical care during pregnancy and childbirth
What is the cost of not educating girls, according to the World Bank?
$15–30 trillion
How many teen HIV infections in 2013 were among girls?
Two-thirds
What is the leading cause of death for women of reproductive age globally?
HIV
