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University of Michigan: Fighting Poverty May Require Cultural Wisdom, Not Just Cash
November 15, 2025
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:

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Fighting poverty may require cultural wisdom, not just cash

Most poverty-fighting efforts focus on meeting basic material needs, such as food and shelter. But this overlooks the psychological and cultural factors that shape how people take action in their lives.

University of Michigan researchers found that psychosocial programs designed to supp . . .

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