Title: Global Study on Child Poverty and Disparities

Abstract: The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) mark an international commitment to eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, and to fostering global collaboration for development. The majority of the eight Goals and 18 targets relate directly to women and/or children; however, despite some progress, millions of women and children are still left behind – even in countries that have demonstrated improvement overall. With the deadline of 2015 fast approaching, UNICEF has taken on an enhanced organizational commitment to leveraging evidence, analysis, policy and partnerships to promote gender equality and deliver results for all children. The Global Study on Child Poverty and Disparities, carried out in 40 countries and seven regions in 2007-2008 through UNICEF support, is part of that effort.

The Study looks at gaps and opportunities in national poverty reduction strategies, including the demographic and economic context, employment, public and private social expenditures, fiscal space and foreign aid. The study focuses in on the poverty and disadvantage faced by families with children - a crucial agenda to address. Finally, the Study looks in detail at how public policies could more effectively reduce child deprivations by providing better services and protection for all children and for all families caring for children. The evidence and insights gathered are expected to result in a comprehensive strategy for making countries’ development, social protection and sector strategies more responsive to the poverty and disparities to which children are exposed in the particular country context – fulfilling the rights of all children.

Sponsored By : UNICEF/Nepal.  June 2008, Availability: Photocopy

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