Why economic inclusion is key to reducing poverty and empowering people [Video]

As the world grapples with complex global concerns like poverty, inequality, and climate change, it’s the poorest communities that are often hardest hit and the most challenging to support. 

To address these pressing issues, the World Bank Group has set ambitious goals to provide social protection measures to at least 500 million people by 2030, including 250 million women. 

As we work toward these aims, economic inclusion programs, which help boost the income and assets of the world’s poorest groups, will be instrumental as they are proven pathways to better job opportunities and a life of dignity.  These efforts drive change by layering solutions like digital cash transfers with skills training, business capital, coaching, and access to markets. By doing so, they contribute to breaking the cycle of poverty and building resilience. 

Globally, economic inclusion initiatives are on the rise. These programs now reach 15 million households, benefiting over 70 …