Community Action Poverty Simulator (CAPS)

What is a Community Action Poverty Simulator (CAPS)?

CAPS is a tool designed to give participants a firsthand experience of the challenges and limitations faced by individuals living in poverty. Each participant takes on the identity of a person experiencing poverty and then works together as a family to live a simulated month in poverty. After the simulation, participants will debrief as a group to discuss the daily struggles and difficult decisions faced by those living in poverty. CAPS helps break down stereotypes and misconceptions, encouraging a more compassionate and informed perspective on poverty. For more information, check out the Missouri Community Action Network's website on CAPS.

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Who should attend a poverty simulator?

CAPS is particularly beneficial for community members, government officials, educators, and social service providers who work with low-income families and individuals.

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