Unemployment protection schemes in Asia

Unemployment protection schemes are important for providing secure income for women and men of working age, most of whom are economically active and gain their livelihoods through an income-generating activity such as formal or informal employment. The purpose of unemployment protection schemes is to assist them in stabilizing their incomes and ensure that they have at least a basic level of income security in the event of loss of employment. Most employment-related, contributory social security programmes, including unemployment insurance, cover people who have been economically active in the past, but have lost their income from work either permanently or temporarily as a result of job loss.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Reduced Inequalities

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions