TED Talks Daily The truth about human population decline | Jennifer D. Sciubba
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Oct 2, 2023 
Political demographer Jennifer D. Sciubba dives into the pressing issue of global population decline. She debunks fears of economic collapse due to falling birth rates and an aging population. Instead, she offers a proactive playbook for addressing these demographic shifts. Topics include innovative solutions for the future of work and migration, encouraging societies to adapt with resilience. Sciubba emphasizes the need for present-day actions to ensure a sustainable and thriving world for future generations.
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Population Growth is Declining
- The global population is growing overall, but the growth rate is declining.
- This shift towards low fertility and aging is the most fundamental change in modern human history.
Global Fertility Decline and Aging
- Fertility rates are declining globally, leading to smaller future populations in many countries.
- Many countries are aging rapidly, with a growing proportion of older individuals.
South Korea's Fertility Efforts
- South Korea has spent billions trying to increase fertility rates, but they continue to decline.
- This demonstrates the ineffectiveness of simply throwing money at the problem.