Until It's Gone : Ending Poverty in Our Nation, in Our Lifetime

by Miller, Scott C.

• ISBN13: 9781934583012
• ISBN10: 1934583014
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-01
• Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Llc

Summary

The poverty rate in the United States has not dropped significantly since 1965. And if we continue to expect government and socials services to take care of poverty without the help of individuals, nothing is likely to change. That's why the Circles Campaign has captured the imaginations of people of conscience across the United States, including educators, social workers, community organizers, faith leaders, business leaders, and politicians. The Circles Campaign is an action plan that brings together the best efforts and resources of individuals, organizations, communities, and government in a program proven to raise people out of poverty. This book shows you how to: ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Define, recognize, and approach the problem of poverty in America ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Get started in building Circles out of poverty in your community ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Expand social networks and connect with others outside your comfort zone ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Be a bolder ally to those in need ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Become a transformational leader wherever you are ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Eliminate the barr

Author Biography

Scott Miller is co-founder and CEO of Move the Mountain Leadership Center. For more than twenty years, he has provided training and consulting to help communities across the country to understand and engage in high-impact strategies to end poverty. He is an inspiring speaker and author of 'Move the Mountain: The Transformational Planning Guide.'