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Child Poverty Beyond Uniforms
Child poverty experts highlight food insecurity as a bigger issue than school uniform costs.
In brief
Child poverty experts highlight food insecurity as a bigger issue than school uniform costs. KidsCan reports 169,000 children face material hardship, with food costs rising faster than uniform alternatives. Originally reported by RNZ.
Child Poverty Focus
KidsCan founder Dame Julie Chapman says 169,000 children face material hardship in new zealand.
“We know that it is challenging for families to afford school uniforms”
Uniform Cost Debate
Labour Party promises cheaper uniforms and generic alternatives to reduce back-to-school costs.
“absolutely ridiculous”
Food Crisis Worsens
Food distribution needs have increased year on year with 22 years of highest demand.
“things that are going to make it easier for families to provide for their children in general are really important”
In short
KidsCan reports 169,000 children face material hardship, with food costs rising faster than uniform alternatives.
