Inequality in Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean: Gap analysis and overcoming strategies. Volume 1
This report analyzes inequality in Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, proposing strategies to overcome structural gaps affecting marginalized populations. It emphasizes the need for public policies that promote economic inclusion, education access, and social protection to foster sustainable development.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source source 2 |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Economic Commission For Latin America And The Caribbean |
| Authors: | Alejandro Marín, Carlos Barba Solano, David López Lira, Enrique Valencia Lomelí, Evelyn Jacir De Lovo, Indira Romero, Indira Romero, Jennifer Alvarado, Jorge Mario Martínez-piva, Juan Alberto Fuentes Knight, Julio Boltvinik, Leda Peralta, Lissette Gil, Lissette Gil, Luis Sánchez, Miguel Calderón Chelius, Miguel Del Castillo Negrete, Máximo E. Jaramillo Molina, Pablo Ruiz, Ricardo Aparicio, Silvia Vilimelis, Del Castillo Negrete, Miguel, Huenchuan, Sandra, Sandra Huenchuan |
| Time horizon: | 2024 |
| Geographic focus: | Central_America, Mexico, Caribbean |
Methods
The research method involved a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and statistical data from various countries in the region. It utilized a human rights-based framework to measure poverty and inequality, focusing on multiple dimensions of deprivation. The study also included empirical applications of the proposed methodology in selected countries, assessing the feasibility of measuring poverty through a rights lens.
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Key Insights
The report focuses on the persistent inequalities in Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, highlighting the structural gaps that hinder access to opportunities and resources for marginalized groups. It discusses the economic and social context of the region, detailing the impact of historical policies on current inequality levels. The report emphasizes the importance of adopting a human rights-based approach to poverty measurement, proposing a multidimensional framework that incorporates various rights and their components. It presents case studies from El Salvador, Mexico, Panama, and the Dominican Republic, demonstrating the feasibility of implementing this approach. The findings reveal that a significant portion of the population experiences deprivation in multiple rights, indicating a high prevalence of poverty. The report concludes with recommendations for public policies aimed at addressing these inequalities, promoting economic inclusion, and ensuring access to essential services for all citizens.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2020s time horizon | 2024 time horizon | Caribbean geographic scope | Central America geographic scope | English publication language | Mexico geographic scope | economic inclusion | education access | human rights | inequality | poverty measurement | public policy | rural transformation | social protection | structural gaps | sustainable development