Targeting and Universalization as Instruments for the Reduction of Inequalities

In the recent study, we attempt to contribute to clarify the discussion of targeting and universalization by analyzing fundamental theoretical, ethical, analytical, and empirical concepts involved. We believe that by precisely defining these concepts we may also contribute to the development of more effective social policies for fighting inequality and poverty.

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Year of publication:	2004-11
Authors:	Barros, Ricardo Paes de ; Carvalho, Mirela de
Institutions:	Inter-American Development Bank
Subject:	Public Sector :: Population Statistics & Information Systems \| Public Sector :: Citizen Security & Crime Prevention \| Social Development :: Poverty \| Social Development \| Targeting Social Protection Programs \| Focalización de Programas de Protección Social

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Extent:	application/pdf
Series:	IDB Publications (Working Papers).
Type of publication:	Book / Working Paper
Notes:	The text is part of a series Regional Policy Dialogue: Social Protection & Health Network Number 8856
Source:	RePEc - Research Papers in Economics

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