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POVERTY SIMULATION

“This is one of the most important and powerful experiences I have had as a professional.” – Poverty Simulation Participant

WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF…

  • You had to decide between paying your mortgage and feeding your children?
  • You lost your job and had no savings to pay your bills?
  • You needed assistance to pay your rent?
  • You lost your car and had no transportation to get to your employer?
Did you know?
The official poverty rate in 2022 was 11.5%, with 37.9 million people in poverty. In Missouri, 13.2% live in poverty.

The impacts of poverty are serious for those affected:

Poor health

Unstable housing

Malnutrition

Missed educational opportunities

Stress on families

What Is the Poverty Simulation?

OACAC’s Poverty Simulation consists of four 15-minute sessions, each representing a week, in which participants grapple with real-life situations faced by individuals living in poverty.

The Simulation forces participants to assume the role of a low-income family and confront the realities of living on a severely restricted income.

The purpose of the Poverty Simulation is three-fold:

  • Promote poverty awareness
  • Increase understanding of the challenges faced by individuals living in poverty
  • Inspire local change to overcome the effects of poverty

VOLUNTEER

How to Volunteer for a Poverty Simulation

Are you interested in making a difference? Do you enjoy interacting with people? If so, OACAC has a volunteer opportunity for you!

We need volunteers to assist with upcoming Poverty Simulations. This opportunity is fun, enjoyable, and makes a positive impact on our community.

Training is provided and a stipend is available for income-eligible volunteers.

SCHEDULE 

Schedule a Poverty Simulation

Would you like to schedule a Poverty Simulation for your organization or business? Do you have questions about volunteering or need more information?

Please contact Samantha Roland at (417) 873-3373, or email [email protected]. 

DATES

Upcoming Poverty Simulations

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Help us build awareness and understanding of how poverty impacts our neighbors!

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OACAC envisions a better quality of life for all Southwest Missouri residents. We offer a number of initiatives to alleviate the impact of poverty on people and communities.

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