FRONTIERS IN DEVELOPMENT 2014: Ending Extreme Poverty has started at USAID, hosted by Dr. Raj Shah.
The Last Mile: Ending Extreme Poverty by 2030
World
Poor Trends: Can We End Extreme Poverty by 2030?
A poverty rate of 8-9 per cent in 2030, far short of the World Bank’s new 3 per cent target.
At-a-Glance HDR 2014－Reducing Vulnerabilities and Building Resilience
This post reviews Human Development Report 2014－Sustaining Human Progress: Reducing Vulnerabilities and Building Resilience.
Muhammad Yunus on Microfinance Prospect
Muhammad Yunus made a passionate talk at the 17th Microcredit Summit. He argues the potential of microfinance on poverty reduction.
Mother’s Little Helper
While gender sensitisation is the buzz word of this decade, how exactly does it translate in real life, in social and work scenarios?
The Poverty-Environment Initiative Combines Pro-Poor Growth and Sustainable Development
The Poverty-Environment Initiative (PEI) is a joint global programme of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Growth, Redistribution and Inequality Effects on Poverty in Nigeria
A recent research argues that the pleasant macro economic environment little help the poor get out of poverty in Nigeria.
What is Multidimensional Poverty Measurement?
Multidimensional poverty measurement is now clearly shown on the high level round table.
Security and Vulnerability in Rapidly Urbanising Contexts in Nepal
Jaideep Gupte introduced his research findings on security provision in rapidly urbanising contexts in Nepal.
Graduation Strategy for the Poor out of Poverty: Protection and Promotion
Graduation strategy for the poor to get out of poverty is one of the major concerns for the policy makers.
