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Title

Targeting and universalism in poverty reduction

Author

Mkandawire, Thandika

Description

This paper examines the reasons behind the shift from universalism toward selectivity in using social policies to fight poverty in developing countries. A review of the lessons learned is also included.

File No

UNRISD-SP23

Agency

UNRISD

Date

Dec-05

Subject(s)

Social policy, Poverty, Universalism, Selectivity

Pages

22