Blum Center for Poverty Alleviation

The Blum Center for Poverty Alleviation is a non-profit organization based in Irvine, California. With 8 employees, the organization focuses its efforts on researching and addressing the global challenge of poverty. The Blum Center's work centers around three key areas: Flood Hazards, Human Trafficking, and the Science & Practice of Compassion. These initiatives encompass partnerships in Environmental Peacebuilding, Technology Innovation for Humanitarian Action, and policy making in Washington, D.C. Through innovative education programs, applied and basic research, and community development initiatives, the Blum Center aims to empower future leaders to effectively combat poverty. Their public research aims to educate and engage diverse individuals, inspiring them to become conscious change agents. The Blum Center's website, accessible at blumcenter.uci.edu, provides further information about their research, programs, and initiatives.