Wise words and very true, but without an incentive to fix those problems it's hard to find the motivation to start. I think one of the main drivers of poverty is permission.
Even if bitcoin never went up in value, it improves the ability of those who have time, energy, and intelligence to exchange that real wealth for a fair representation, without a gatekeeper. Not a simple problem to solve, but the combination of value and freedom can be an effective tool for change.