Social problems

Question 1

What was the UN Millennium Declaration?

Answer 1

2005 world leaders meeting.
Targeted broader range of human development indicators.
Commits countries to a new global partnership to reduce extreme poverty.
Set targets for 2015 deadline.

Question 2

What were some of the targets of the UN Millennium Declaration? 5

Answer 2

1. Eradicate extreme hunger/poverty.
2. Achieve universal primary education.
3. Reduce child mortality.
4. Promote gender equality and empower women.
5. Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other diseases.
   - set to achieve by 2015.

Question 3

What were some specific targets set by the UN Millennium Declaration? 5

Answer 3

1. Halving (1990-2005) proportion less than $1 per day.
2. Halving (1990-2005) proportion suffering from hunger.
3. Ensuring all children completed primary schooling.
4. Halving proportion without access to drinking water.
5. Halving proportion without sanitation access.