Franciska Rosenkilde, leader of the Alternative party, said during a debate among party leaders in parliament that about 50,000 children in Denmark live in poverty.
Number of children in relative poverty
A report from Statistics Denmark (Danmarks Statistik) indicates that approximately 48,600 children lived in relative poverty in 2024. Whether this number is considered equivalent to Rosenkilde's statement depends on the definition of poverty used, according to the website tjekdet.
Definition of poverty in Denmark
Denmark does not have an official poverty line, but relative poverty is calculated based on household income compared to the median income. A child is considered to be living in poverty if their household income is less than half the median income of the community.
The effects of poverty on children
Researchers confirm, according to the source, that poverty can have several negative effects on children, including increased stress levels, lack of basic needs, and a feeling of social isolation.
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