Disability and Social Protection in Asia

Publication | December 2021
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This brief looks at the current state of social protection for persons with disabilities in Asia and identifies how it can be enhanced.

Persons with disabilities are among the poorest and most vulnerable segments of society and comprise a growing proportion of Asia's population. Despite an increase in overall expenditure on disability-targeted programs during the past decade, governments in the region are generally poorly prepared to provide the level of support needed. This brief discusses what disability inclusive social protection means and looks at progress, barriers, and opportunities for the region.

Additional Details

Author
Type
Series
Subjects
  • Social development and protection
  • Social protection
Pages
  • 12
Dimensions
  • 8.5 x 11
SKU
  • BRF210492-2
ISBN
  • 978-92-9269-232-2 (print)
  • 978-92-9269-233-9 (electronic)
ISSN
  • 2071-7202 (print)
  • 2218-2675 (electronic)

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