Social Welfare Vocabulary

noun a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

• The organization is committed to providing equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• She has a disability that requires her to use a wheelchair.
• Don't judge a person by their disability.
• Fear can be a disability that holds us back from reaching our full potential.

noun a state of extreme poverty or destitution

• The charity organization aims to alleviate the indigence of homeless families in the community.
• Many people in the neighborhood are struggling with indigence and need help.
• It's tough out there for those facing indigence, they need our support.
• The barren land symbolized the indigence of resources in the region.

adjective an adjective describes a noun or pronoun, in this case 'poor' describes someone or something lacking wealth or resources

• The poor economic conditions have led to a rise in unemployment rates.
• I feel bad for the poor families struggling to make ends meet.
• That movie was so poor, I couldn't even finish watching it.
• Her poor decision-making skills have cost her many opportunities in life.

verb to supply or make available something that is needed or desired

preposition to make provisions or arrangements for someone or something

• It is the responsibility of the government to provide for the basic needs of its citizens.
• Parents work hard to provide for their children.
• I gotta provide for my crew, no matter what.
• The company must provide for the future by investing in new technologies.

noun a system of government programs designed to provide financial support to people in need, typically the elderly, disabled, or unemployed

• The government provides social security benefits to eligible individuals who have contributed to the system.
• My grandma relies on social security to help pay her bills.
• I hope I have enough credits to qualify for social security when I retire.
• Building a strong network of friends can be like having social security in times of need.

noun A person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'economy' refers to the system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a society.

adjective Describing word that modifies a noun. In this case, 'foundational' describes the type of economy being referred to as basic or fundamental.

• The foundational economy refers to the essential sectors that provide the basis for a country's economic activity.
• The foundational economy includes industries like healthcare, education, and agriculture that are crucial for society.
• You can think of the foundational economy as the backbone of the country's financial system.
• Just like a building needs a strong foundation, a country's economy relies on a solid foundational economy to thrive.

noun a state of being without a job or employment

• The government is implementing policies to address the issue of joblessness in the country.
• Many people are struggling with joblessness these days.
• Joblessness is really putting a damper on things for a lot of folks.
• The community felt the weight of joblessness like a dark cloud hanging over their heads.