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Challenge Poverty Week 2026
Challenge Poverty Week 2026
Challenge Poverty Week 2026
The first Challenge Poverty Week was launched by the Poverty Alliance in 2013. The aim was to highlight the injustice of poverty in Scotland, and to show that collective action based on justice and compassion can create solutions.
The week is an opportunity for you to raise your voice against poverty and unite with others in calling for a just and equal Scotland. Each year, hundreds of organisations in Scotland do just that, including elected representative, charities, local authorities, faith groups, community groups, businesses, schools and colleges, trade unions, professional bodies and more.
In 2026, the main goal of Challenge Poverty Week, is to raise awareness of the impact that poverty has on individuals, families and communities and to show that working together we can solve the problems that poverty causes. With the on-going cost of living situation, it is as important as ever that we work together in partnership to do what we can to alleviate the impacts of poverty.
Further Information
For further information, please contact the Community Engagment Team by calling 0303 123 1017 or emailing communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
