This report analyzes social protection measures implemented in Latin America during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the rapid response of governments, the innovation of new programs, and the expansion of existing ones to cover vulnerable groups such as informal workers. It emphasizes the need for universal, comprehensive, and sustainable social protection systems and offers policy recommendations for future crises.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
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| Authors: | Cecilia Rossel, Claudia Robles |
| Geographic focus: | Latin America, Caribbean |
| Page count: | 73 páginas. |
The research method used in this report includes the analysis of social protection measures implemented by Latin American countries in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It involves reviewing government policies, assessing their impact on vulnerable populations, and providing policy recommendations for future crises.
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The COVID-19 pandemic prompted Latin American countries to quickly implement social protection measures to mitigate its impact, especially on vulnerable populations. The report discusses the agility of social protection systems, the innovation of new programs, the expansion of coverage, and the use of digital technologies. It also identifies weaknesses, such as the temporary nature of measures and the lack of structural changes to address inequality. The report provides policy recommendations for sick leave, unemployment insurance, cash transfers, labor regulations, and care policies, aiming for a transformative recovery with equality.
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Categories: Caribbean geographic scope | English publication language | Latin America geographic scope | care policies | cash transfers | covid-19 | government response | informal workers | labor regulations | policy recommendations | social protection | unemployment insurance | vulnerable populations