Heavy rainfall and long droughts in many parts of the world have become more frequent and intense with changes in climate. They have caused crops to wither in the field or be washed away, disrupted water supplies, harmed livestock, damaged farm equipment, and upended agricultural infrastructure. Rural families whose livelihoods depend on land and natural resources are the most … [Read more...] about Reducing Extreme Weather Impacts on Rural Children through Financial Inclusion
AI and the Future of (No?) Work in Developing Countries
For the last two centuries, workers have been the central factor of production. As a result, real wages in industrialized countries have steadily risen and living standards soared to 20 times what they were 200 years ago. But the Age of Labor—with humans providing the main component of output—may be coming to a rapid end. Artificial Intelligence (AI) could soon reach the level … [Read more...] about AI and the Future of (No?) Work in Developing Countries
Policy Options for Combating Pandemics in Informal Settlements
Pandemics, while devastating for populations at large, deliver a disproportionate impact when they sweep through the dense informal settlements of developing countries with their narrow alleyways and broken dwellings. Death rates, high everywhere, soared through such places during the COVID-19 crisis. Until recently, however, no research had been conducted on the role of … [Read more...] about Policy Options for Combating Pandemics in Informal Settlements
The Challenges of Being a Single Mother in Latin America and the Caribbean
Single mothers may face significant economic handicaps, an issue of particular concern in Latin America and the Caribbean where 11% of households are headed by a single parent—the highest rate of any region in the world—and most of those households are led by single mothers. This already large share almost triples when taking into account mothers without a partner who live with … [Read more...] about The Challenges of Being a Single Mother in Latin America and the Caribbean
Can Latin America and the Caribbean Unlock AI’s Potential While Mitigating Its Perils?
This article is the first in a series dedicated to exploring the opportunities and risks of AI for Latin America and the Caribbean Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a disruptive force that promises to reshape economies across the globe. With its ability to process vast amounts of data, learn from patterns, and make intelligent decisions, AI holds immense potential … [Read more...] about Can Latin America and the Caribbean Unlock AI’s Potential While Mitigating Its Perils?