Silvia Varbanova, Maria Petkova
Sofia University
https://doi.org/10.53656/ped2025-5.01
Abstract. The article presents the results of the second stage of ongoing study, part of the research program under the project “Nowadays culture of poverty – dimensions and spread among young people”, within the SUMMIT project of Sofia University. The research aims to explore traits of culture of poverty among young people in relative poverty. It was carried out through a survey, focus groups and single-case analysis. The identified traits are systematized in three main groups: Goals and time perspective; Improving qualifications - a real aspiration or defensive motivation in refusal to act, and Comfort of financial security without autonomous action. Recommendations for educational practice are presented in search of change.
Keywords: culture of poverty; case study, autonomy; defensive motivation; continuing education
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