Human Development Report. 2021/2022 : uncertain times, unsettled lives: shaping our future in a transforming world
We live in a world facing unprecedented uncertainties, driven by the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, and environmental crises, which threaten human development and wellbeing.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | UNDP |
| Publication date: | 2022 |
| Authors: | Brian Lutz, Carolina Rivera Vázquez, Cecilia Calderón, Christina Lengfelder, Fernanda Pavez Esbry, Ghida Ismail, Heriberto Tapia, Josefin Pasanen, Moumita Ghorai, Rehana Mohammed, Som Kumar Shrestha, Tasneem Mirza, Yanchun Zhang, Yu-chieh Hsu, Yuko Yokoi, Pedro Conceição |
| Geographic focus: | Global |
Methods
The research method involved a comprehensive analysis of global data, literature reviews, and case studies to assess the impacts of various uncertainties on human development, wellbeing, and societal dynamics.
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Key Insights
The 2021/2022 Human Development Report discusses the emergence of a new “uncertainty complex” that combines the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and ongoing climate change. This complex creates layered uncertainties that disrupt lives globally, leading to increased feelings of insecurity and distress. The report highlights that for the first time, the global Human Development Index (HDI) has declined for two consecutive years, reversing previous progress. It emphasizes that while uncertainty is not new, the current context is unique due to the interplay of dangerous planetary changes, societal transformations, and rising polarization. These factors exacerbate inequalities and hinder collective action, making it difficult for societies to respond effectively to crises. The report calls for a renewed focus on human development as a means to navigate these uncertainties, stressing the importance of investment, insurance, and innovation to build resilience and foster cooperation. It also underscores the need for inclusive policies that address the root causes of insecurity and promote wellbeing for all.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2020 time horizon | 2020s time horizon | English publication language | Global geographic scope | New | York | | UNDP, | 2022 publication year | climate change | covid-19 pandemic | human development | inequalities | investment | mental distress | political polarization | resilience | societal transformation | uncertainty complex