Designing for Scarcity

Eldar and Sendhil advocate for a shift in how we approach poverty, emphasizing the need for solutions that acknowledge the complexities of living under scarcity. Instead of blaming individuals for mistakes, they suggest we adopt a fault-tolerant mindset, similar to advancements in aviation safety. By creating supportive environments that account for human error, policies can better serve those facing the challenges of poverty, allowing them to thrive despite life's unpredictability.