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Increased availability of data and computing power have made it possible to set parameters beforehand that will trigger insurance coverage for a variety of risks.
New treaty standards give developing economies stronger taxing rights over resource activities and align policies with global sustainability goals.
A project in Bangladesh used behavior change communication as a large-scale health care intervention to help women and poor households access health care.
Adopt a full lifecycle approach to plastic management, backed by strong enforcement and circular economy solutions.
A water project includes a gender, caste, and minority ethnic strategy to promote the rights of marginalized groups in Nepal.
Easing the pension burden in Sri Lanka demands structural reforms and a transition to a contributory model.
Jobs, education and skills development are needed to help elderly people lead a more stable life and contribute to the economy.
Future-proof workers against the impact of future pandemics by strengthening community- and evidence-based initiatives.
Crises like a pandemic underscore the importance of alternative sources of high-quality and timely data in developing effective measures.
Employment outcomes for young people can be maximized with career guidance and employment services.