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Protection for the Poorest

Social safety nets, such as cash transfers, pensions or public works programs, are essential for improving the livelihoods of people in developing countries, particularly in the face of risks from systemic shocks.

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Percentage of people covered by social protection and labor programs

Covers all members of a household where at least one member received benefits. Benefits include cash and in-kind transfers, school meals, social pensions, public works programs and labor market measures.​

a) For total population

2010-2020
58%

b) For poorest quintile

2010-2020
65%