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More armed violence, less development

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Abstract

Are lower-income populations more affected by armed violence than wealthier ones? The poor who witness or survive shootings and physical violence are only too aware of the resulting pain, suffering, and trauma. Rich or poor, armed violence shortens planning horizons, erodes social capital, and undermines the skills and assets necessary for a productive life.
As a result, it disrupts and distorts the political, economic, and social institutions required to
ensure predictable and stable growth and development. In almost all cases, armed violence
generates negative consequences for people’s quality of life and the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGlobal Burden of Armed Violence 2011
Place of PublicationCambridge
PublisherGeneva Declaration Secretariat
Chapter5
Pages145-172
Number of pages27
ISBN (Print)978-1-107-60679-1
StatePublished - 2011

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • violencia armada
  • Pobreza

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