This powerful and age-appropriate assembly PowerPoint is ideal for marking the UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (October 17th) in primary schools. Designed for both KS1 and KS2, it helps children understand what poverty means, why it matters, and how we can all take action to help.

What’s included:

Clear definition of poverty and how it affects children and families

Easy-to-understand facts and key vocabulary

Real-life impacts on health, education, and opportunity

Ways children can help, from donating to volunteering

Simple acts of kindness to make a difference

Discussion prompts to reflect and inspire action

Perfect for PSHE, Citizenship lessons, or as a whole-school assembly to encourage compassion and community responsibility.