Needies
The Needies is a term used in speculative discourse to denote a social group defined by chronic economic insecurity and a culture of mutual aid. The label is used across sociology, literature, and policy analysis to examine how people respond to systemic precarity, rather than to mark a fixed demographic category.
Etymology and usage: The term derives from need and the plural suffix -ies; it began appearing in
Origins and development: In many narratives, economic shocks, automation, debt, and housing costs give rise to
Demographics and daily life: They are diverse in age, ethnicity, and background; many are urban dwellers, though
Economy and policy: Needies blend informal work with access to social services; mutual aid and micro-finance
Cultural impact: The term appears in novels and television to critique inequality and to explore resilience