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The @WorldBank implements social protection and labor programs for poor and vulnerable people to help them cope with shocks and improve lives. #InvestInPeople
Washington, DC
Joined September 2014
OUT NOW! 2 billion people still lack adequate social protection measures. Learn more in our newest report on the need for policy actions to extend coverage to those most vulnerable. #InvestinPeople
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Despite progress, 2 billion people still lack adequate social protection. How can we bridge this gap in a rapidly changing world? Learn more about key actions to improve global social protection systems in our blog.
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More people have access to social protection today than at any point in history, but more work is needed. There are still 1.6 billion people in low- and middle-income countries not covered by any...
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While economic inclusion programs benefit over 70 million people across 15 million households, nearly 700 million people still live on less than $2.15 a day. See how governments & partners can scale these proven solutions: https://t.co/hy36dbNmuK
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How can social protection close gender gaps? Join our webinar on “Unlocking the Potential of Household Surveys to Measure Women’s Access to Social Protection.” Discover new research and key data from 27 countries. Date: Nov 20, 2025 10 AM EST Register here: https://t.co/pYDTP1BjFX
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The gap for social protection coverage is most profound in regions affected by fragility, conflict, and hunger—across Africa and South Asia —where the poorest bear the brunt of poverty and inequality. How do we better support these communities? Read more. https://t.co/Es795vbVtG
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Zambia is turning proven solutions into jobs for the most vulnerable! Programs like GEWEL empower women with skills and employment opportunities—doubling incomes and building resilience. Economic inclusion programs are setting a global example. Learn more: https://t.co/j5wquuffR3
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How can social protection close gender gaps? Join our webinar on “Unlocking the Potential of Household Surveys to Measure Women’s Access to Social Protection.” Discover new research and key data from 27 countries. Date: Nov 20, 2025 10 AM EST Register here: https://t.co/ye9M6AGiXL
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Want more and better-paid jobs? It takes more than labor laws. More open and competitive product markets where new firms can enter, grow and exit freely, are key. Our latest blog explains why job strategies should tackle all together. https://t.co/xVLfeBdsoF
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Product-market competition rules, not just labor laws, drive job growth; rigid entry barriers stifle hiring, so coordinated pro-competition plus labor reforms maximize employment and wage gains.
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Social Protection measures are the first step on the ladder for opportunity. On average, social protection programs help reduce extreme poverty by 37%. Read more in our Report on the need for policy actions to extend coverage to the most vulnerable. https://t.co/H2FP8tFwSS
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How can social protection close gender gaps? Join our webinar on “Unlocking the Potential of Household Surveys to Measure Women’s Access to Social Protection.” Discover new research and key data from 27 countries. Date: Nov 20, 2025 10 AM EST Register here: https://t.co/diTaNEkFUj
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Healthier populations mean healthier economic growth. Discover how investing in health systems can create millions of jobs worldwide and improve lives. https://t.co/STDIOoI9BK
#HealthWorks
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How can social protection close gender gaps? Join our webinar on “Unlocking the Potential of Household Surveys to Measure Women’s Access to Social Protection.” Discover new research and key data from 27 countries. Date: Nov 20, 2025 10 AM EST Register here: https://t.co/aqEMqbhwWe
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The webinar will present findings from the paper, which showcases ASPIRE's newly sex-disaggregated indicators, including coverage, distribution of social protection recipients, and adequacy of...
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Through our social protection programs, we've reached 222M people living in poverty - including 120M women and 75M people in fragile settings. These programs provide crucial support from cash transfers to job training. Learn more: https://t.co/T9KdyuhUv1
#EndPoverty #JobsAgenda
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By 2050, the number of elderly people in Sub Saharan Africa will match that of Europe: 235 million. Supporting healthy ageing is key. Offering practical social protection solutions that help populations age well is essential. Read more in our blog:
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Almost every country in the world today is facing a predictable, but addressable, trend that will profoundly impact societies and economies: Aging. Supporting healthy aging is key. A recent World...
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Well-designed Social Protection systems work to improve employment prospects, reduce poverty, and ensure people’s well-being through programs like unemployment insurance and job skills training. Learn more in our newest Report: https://t.co/OotM4mbwbw
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💡 Join us TOMORROW for a special webinar showcasing Brazil’s journey in developing and sustaining one of the world’s most advanced and responsive social registries. Date: Nov 12, 2025 8:30-10:00 AM EST Register now: https://t.co/JJLksffFTg #️⃣ #20yearsBrazil
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Jobs are more than income—they’re a foundation for dignity & opportunity. But jobs thrive only where there’s trust. 🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/e6GQtQleCO
#InclusiveGrowth
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How can social protection close gender gaps? Join our webinar on “Unlocking the Potential of Household Surveys to Measure Women’s Access to Social Protection.” Discover new research and key data from 27 countries. Date: Nov 20, 2025 10 AM EST Register here: https://t.co/ZURvK5ui0F
us06web.zoom.us
The webinar will present findings from the paper, which showcases ASPIRE's newly sex-disaggregated indicators, including coverage, distribution of social protection recipients, and adequacy of...
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💡 Join us for a special webinar showcasing Brazil’s journey in developing and sustaining one of the world’s most advanced and responsive social registries. Date: Nov 12, 2025 8:30-10:00 AM EST Register now: https://t.co/a4XEVDZUTa #️⃣ #20yearsBrazil
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During COVID, Indonesia’s flagship social assistance programs were able to double their coverage from 14% to 30% of the population. How do we ensure better social protection measures for the most vulnerable? Read more on solutions to close this gap. https://t.co/9AAIKIEb4y
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