Social Panorama of Latin America 1995

The year's edition discusses the impact of recent economic trends on poverty, employment and income distribution; presents quantitative evidence on the high returns brought by investment in more and better education, not only for children, but their households. It also examines women's important contribution to the family income as a result of their growing participation in economic activities and discusses the emergence of new social policy proposals, analyzing the main reforms being implemented in the health, education and social security sectors.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality

Reduced Inequalities

Sustainable Cities and Communities