Global Call to Action Against Poverty
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The Global Call to Action Against Poverty (GCAP) is a network of more than 11,000 civil society organizations (CSOs) dedicated to social justice, established in 2005 during the World Social Forum in Porto Allegre. It represents approximately 58 national groups. It serves as a platform for individuals and organizations to unite against systemic factors perpetuating poverty and inequalities.
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Abbreviation | GCAP |
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Formation | 1 January 2005 (2005-01-01) |
Purpose | Advocacy Campaign/Anti-Poverty Coalition |
Region | Worldwide |
Website | gcap |
At its foundation, GCAP adopted the white band symbol. It co-led the significant single-issue campaign, "Stand UP Against Poverty," earning international recognition, including a certification from the Guinness World Records for its participation of 173 million people in 2009.
GCAP is recognized as one of the world's largest civil society movements.[1]