Universal and comprehensive social protection systems are a key public policy to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality

22 May 2019 | Infographic

Work area(s)

Social development

Topic(s)

Poverty Inequality Social policies and programmes Social protection

Teaser

Coverage of social protection has grown in the region, but it is still far from universal. It is fundamental to develop comprehensive social protection systems.

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Observatory(ies)

Social Investment Portal in Latin America and the Caribbean

Subsidiary body(ies)

Regional Conference on Social Development in Latin America and the Caribbean

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