The objective of this course is to analyze the situation of children, adolescents and families living in poverty in urban areas. We will review programmatic approaches that are designed to reduce poverty and inequality. The course will merge conceptual and practical knowledge by following two complementary tracks. First, analyzing conceptual frameworks and methodological approaches that measure poverty and inequality, along with relevant social policies to alleviate urban poverty and exclusion, especially for children and adolescents. Second, design and carry out a practical project related to ways of confronting adolescents and youth who are living in poverty in New York City. Using New York City as a case study, students will explore the work that one non-governmental organization (NGO), A Chance in Life, is implementing in Staten Island to address poverty and marginalization among adolescents and young people. This course combines various digital formats, including lectures, guest speakers, field work, student-led discussions and student presentations on themes related to “child-centered program” case studies. Students will emerge at the end of the semester with enhanced knowledge to apply in their careers going forward in the public, nonprofit or private sector.