Invisible Child: Poverty, Survival & Hope in an American City

Andrea Elliott's reporting and writing in "Invisible Child" shed light on the systemic issues of poverty and inequality in urban environments and the impact they have on the lives of vulnerable individuals and families. It tells the story of a young girl named Dasani Coates and her family, who are living in poverty in New York City.

Child Poverty

Child poverty refers to the condition in which children or minors experience deprivation and lack of access to the basic necessities and opportunities necessary for their well-being and development due to economic or social factors. Child poverty can manifest in various ways and can have long-term negative consequences on a child's physical health, mental well-being, education, and future prospects.

Key factors and indicators of child poverty may include: