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Human Development essay: There is a war greater than any foreign affair. One that doesn't include guns, bombs, or even violence. This is the war on poverty. Did you know that almost 25% of children in Florida are living in poverty? It's sad, yet true. 21.4% of people with disabilities in Florida are also living in poverty. 16% of men and 18% of women living in Florida are living in Poverty. Florida is one of the poorest states in the U.S, and 17% of its population is living in poverty. (Poverty USA state map). In Hillsborough County, 19.1% of people are living in poverty (Interactive Poverty Map) and 21.1% of people in Tampa live in poverty. (Tampa, FL Employment & Jobs) This not only is a surprise to me, but to many people around me. Most people I know are extremely fortunate and even wealthy. It is hard to face the fact. Luckily, there are social justice organizations, charitable organizations, and people that donate and lend a helping hand.

The CCHD is one of many major social justice organizations. It is an acronym for Catholic Campaign for Human Development. They help poverty by giving a hand up, not a hand out by giving low-income people opportunities to participate in decisions that affect their lives, families and communities by educating them on poverty and give ways to help them get out of poverty. Led by Catholic American Bishops, the CCHD is in action around the United States of America by trying to end poverty. This couldn't be done without the help of donations and money from church offerings. (Who we are) They then use the money the receive to give grants to community organizations. The CCHD decides which ones are funded by giving applications, collaborating with local dioceses, conversation and side visits, and by determining if whether or not the organization will reach its goal. An example of a CCHD funded organization is Cafe Reconcile. It is a place where troubled young people in need of a job in the food or restaurant industry go. They are trained professionally and learn hostessing, cooking, hospitality, and all factors needed in that industry. (CCHD Videos) This is just one of many social justice organizations.

Another type of organization is a charitable organization. Unlike a social justice organization, a charitable organization hands out basic necessities such as food, clothing, and furniture. A social justice organization focuses on long term needs, such as teachings skills. A well known charitable organization is the Salvation Army. It all began in 1865. a Methodist Minister named William Booth went to London's East side slums to help end hunger and homelessness. He realized that the people there were extremely poor and lacked physical and spiratual needs. Him, his wife, and an evangelical crusade of soldiers established a ministry based on the philosophy of "Soup, Soap, and Salvation." They fed the poor, loved the unloved and the mission of the group was meeting the needs in the name of Jesus. 13 years later it was turned into a legal entity with a military structure. Today, there are over 9,600 service centers in over 100 nations worldwide. The organization specifically helps the United States with almost 6 million of those during the holiday season alone. The Headquarters of the Salvation Army is in London, England and the commander has the rank "General" and is stationed there. The general travels around the world wherever the Army is active. He or she is elected by a group of senior officers and either serves a five year term, or until he or she retires. Even though countries have headquarters, not every country has a headquarter. The United States Salvation Army Headquarters is located in Alexandria, Virginia and the National Commander is based at NHQ and is ranked "commisioner." The Salvation army is divided geographically into territories. There are 4 territories in the U.S, each led by the territorial commander. There is the Eastern Territory, Southern Territory, Central Territory, and Western Territory. The Territorial comander is based at THQ and holds the rank "Commisioner." Each territory is divided into divisions. The Florida Headquarters is in Tampa and the divisional commander is based at DHQ and can have one of many military titles. Throughout districts, there are many facilities that reach out to the community by providing free clinics, housing centers, camps, childcare centers, and more. (Brief history) The leader or national commander is David Jeffrey, and is one of many key reasons that the Salvation Army is so successful in the United States. (The Salvation Army) Though, it is successful, there are many like it.

Another social justice organization is the YWCA. It is not only in Tampa, but is all over America. They strive to eliminate racism and promote the economic empowerment of women. The YWCA does this by working with partners in the community and advocacy groups to host annual events such as the Stand Against Racism and Candle light vigil Observance for Week Without Violence. The Institute's steps to Economic Security Program provides financial literacy classes and individual money-management coaching for women seeking to improve their economic security. Doing this, YWCA has served over 600 participants over the past year. (Institute for Social Justice) The YWCA usually serves over 1,000 people annually, but since less women need economic security help, the number of participants has dipped. They have served Tampa Bay for over 94 years and are pretty successful because of how many participants there are and how long they have been around. It is now led by Lenice C. Emmanuel, and receives donations. People also help the organization by volunteering. (Welcome Letter) Organizations like this make huge differences in the world.

The fact that so many people are in poverty is shocking and something should be done about it. Luckily, there are organizations like the Salvation Army, a charitable organization that benefits many around the world, The YWCA, a social justice organization that offers help for women around America, and the CCHD that tries to end poverty by teaching skills classes, and doing service. To fight against poverty all you have to do is walk in your life humbly with God. I show love and walk humbly in my life with God because my family and I fund Everyday Blessings Children's home, where kids live in poverty and have been abused. We also mentor a child there and take him to church, buy him clothes, take him shopping, to the beach, and show him the love he never had. We also fund many other charities having to do with children in poverty and child abuse and hunger. I also appreciate the things I have, my family, and my benefits. You can also help your community, and make a huge difference in the world too!

Works Cited:

"Brief History - The Salvation Army - Tampa." The Salvation Army Tampa. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. .
 * Information by Salvation Army Florida. This is a good source because it is a legitimate worldwide organization that has been active for over 100 years.

"CCHD Videos." CCHD Videos. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. .
 * Information by CCHD Videos. This is a good source because it is ran by the Catholic Bishops, who are at a very prestigious ranking in the Catholic Church's hierarchy.

"Institute for Social Justice." - YWCA. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. .
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by the YWCA institute for social justice. This is a good source because it is a legitimate organization that is all over the U.S and has been around for over 94 years.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"Interactive Poverty Map." N.p., n.d. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fwww.povertyusa.org%2Fthe-state-of-poverty%2Fpoverty-map-state%2F>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by Poverty USA. This is a good source because it is a recommended link by the U.S Catholic Bishops.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"Poverty Map." Poverty Map. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://www.povertyusa.org/the-state-of-poverty/poverty-map-county/>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by Poverty USA. This is a food source because it is a recomended link by the U.S Catholic Bishops.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"The Salvation Army - National Commanders." The Salvation Army - National Commanders. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://salvationarmyusa.org/usn/national-commanders>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by Salvation Army U.S.A. This is a good source because it is a legitimate worldwide organization that has been active for over 100 years.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"Tampa, FL Employment & Jobs." Tampa, FL Jobs, Unemployment Rates & Median Household Income. Area Vibes Inc., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://www.areavibes.com/tampa-fl/employment/>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by Area Vibes. This is a good source because it lists real salary statistics, poverty statistics, and more.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"Welcome Letter from the President and CEO." - YWCA. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://www.ywcaoftampabay.org/site/c.8fLJLQPpEfL0H/b.8602467/k.FFE7/Welcome_Letter_from_the_President_and_CEO.htm>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by the YWCA President and CEO. This is a good source because it is a legitimate organization that is all over the U.S and has been around for over 94 years.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">"Who We Are." Who We Are. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://www.usccb.org/about/catholic-campaign-for-human-development/who-we-are.cfm>.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 120%;">Information by CCHD. This is a good source because it is ran by the Catholic Bishops, who are at a very prestigious ranking in the Catholic Church's hierarchy.