The human dimension of population aging in Asia
In Asia’s demographic transition, let’s not forget about the elderly. The human dimension is the key to a greyer but richer and happier region.
Inclusive irrigation is transforming Nepal’s rural areas
Small farmers, even women and those belonging to the Dalit caste and ethnic minorities, are beginning to participate in the management of water users’ associations in parts of Nepal.
Facing the social protection challenges of climate change
We need social protection programs that address the social consequences of natural disasters.
Challenges and opportunities for social protection of informal workers
WIEGO has identified access to health services, support for caring roles, and income support for elderly workers, as the 3 priorities for extending social protection to informal workers.
How to best finance antipoverty transfers in developing countries
Financing has been a constant challenge to the expansion of antipoverty transfers in developing countries.
10 ways to accelerate job creation in the Pacific
New development opportunities offer Pacific island countries the chance to leverage their unique potential to help the private sector create enough decent, sustainable jobs.
How to protect Pakistan's home-based workers
Women working from home make a significant contribution to Pakistan’s economy, but their work is undervalued and home-based workers are denied any form of legal protection.
Why social protection matters for the youth
For social protection to become truly inclusive, social protection must meet the needs of younger women and men.
Is Asia ready for inclusive social protection?
Only through increased investment in social protection—and other core social services such as health and education—will sustainable and inclusive prosperity be achieved across Asia.
Blog poll: The poor need social protection most
Find out what our readers think about who needs government social protection systems most in developing Asia, where half of the population still lacks access to basic social protection.