An Emphasis On Education
Education is a key component in helping people transition out of a poverty environment.
Children in middle and upper income families have a distinct advantage over children whose families can barely provide for their basic needs. Youngsters who are raised in more affluent homes often have greater access to home computers, educational materials, encyclopedias and books.
The parents of these children tend to be better educated, and provide more challenging and stimulating conversation than do those in low-income families. These children also tend to develop much faster intellectually than do children in poor environments through participating in reading and by receiving help with homework beginning at a very early age from parents who tend to have a higher education level.
By placing an emphasis on education, The Salvation Army helps address the unfortunate disparity that exists between the rich and the poor. With ongoing help, access to resources and through tutoring programs, disadvantaged children can successfully learn, make good grades and achieve the potential reality of going to college and greatly improving their station in life.
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