Goal sixteen
Balance the global population.
About
Goal sixteen's mission statement is to reduce overcrowding and balance our population to help create a more sustainable society for all.
Issues
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The rise of an aging population
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Distorted sex ratios
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Overcrowding and congestion are in urban areas and more developed nations
Causes
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Poverty is a leading cause of overpopulation
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Lack of Educational Resources
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Higher death rates lead to booms in the population
Impacts
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Overpopulation is a leading cause of global warming, environmental pollution, and habitat loss
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Deprivation of basic resources including;
freshwater, land on which you can cultivate, and fossil fuels
Solutions
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Empower Women and help them get out of poverty
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Promote Family Planning
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Educate about the risk of unplanned pregnancies
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Government incentives
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Adoption
