In Europe, 119 million people live in or with the risk of poverty and social exclusion. The reality of deprived children, unemployed young adults, and indigent workers spreads all around the Union. What does Europe do for them? Visiting young unemployed people in Ireland, Italy and Portugal, this film investigates beyond the social and economic aspects and outlines how this situation impacts the politics.

Title: Poor Europe
Director: Mirella Pappalardo
Full Documentary
Docdays Productions
Producer: Antje Boehmert

0:00 The documentary
0:23 Europe's Poverty Crisis: 119 Million at Risk
6:45 Youth unemployment and poverty in the EU, particularly in Italy, are major concerns. The country struggles to implement programs to support young people entering the labor market.
12:42 Youth employment program in Italy fails to pay interns on time, leading to delays and anger among participants.
18:22 Struggles of Southern Europe and Portugal's Economic Crisis
24:33 Rising poverty and unemployment in Portugal's middle class during the economic crisis, leading to hidden struggles and loss of dignity.
30:30 Struggles of Portuguese workers due to economic challenges, precarious employment, and high public debt.
36:37 Struggle for Economic Growth in Europe
43:19 Challenges of poverty in Ireland and government intervention
48:18 Challenges of poverty and political disengagement in Europe