Building Adaptative Social Protection Systems in Latin America and the Caribbean
Building Adaptative Social Protection Systems in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Social Protection and Health (SPH) Division of the IDB hosted its annual Regional Policy Dialogue (RPD) on Adaptive Social Protection Systems from June 17th to 19th, 2024, in Lima, Peru. This event aimed to address the increasing vulnerability of households to natural disasters, economic disruptions, and health crises, many of which are exacerbated by climate change. With over 78 million people living in high-risk areas in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), the dialogue was crucial for fostering resilient social protection systems. The RPD brought together over 120 participants from 31 countries, including high-level representatives from the Ministries of Finance, Social Protection, and Health, including 10 ministers, vice-ministers, and many worldwide experts. The RPD focused on the need to bring together experts and practitioners involved in Adaptive Social Protection (ASP) systems in the region and other continents to promote the exchange of knowledge and lessons learned, as well as to explore new methods, financial tools, best practices, and innovative activities that can contribute to furthering the discussion on the challenges faced by the region on this matter.