The objective of this paper is to identify whether the prevailing Brazilian labor market regulations, largely the result of the 1988 constitutional change, have any impact on labor market performance. To reach this objective the authors explore alternative methodologies, sources of information...

In the recent study, we attempt to contribute to clarify the discussion of targeting and universalization by analyzing fundamental theoretical, ethical, analytical, and empirical concepts involved. We believe that by precisely defining these concepts we may also contribute to the development of...

This presentation examines the quality of public provided child care versus alternative childcare options, its impact on child development, and the cost-benefit ratio relative to other educational levels as well as availability of resources and the long run impact. The authors seek to answer...

Equality of opportunity is about leveling the playing field so that circumstances such as gender, ethnicity, place of birth, or family background do not influence a person's life chances. Success in life should depend on people's choices, effort and talents, not to their circumstances at birth....

El presente documento forma parte de una serie de estudios comisionados por el Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo para el Diálogo Regional de Política. La publicación recoge una selección de trabajos discutidos durante la quinta y sexta reuniones de la Red de Pobreza y Protección Social...

In the recent study, we attempt to contribute to clarify the discussion of targeting and universalization by analyzing fundamental theoretical, ethical, analytical, and empirical concepts involved. We believe that by precisely defining these concepts we may also contribute to the development of...

El presente documento forma parte de una serie de estudios comisionados por el Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo para el Diálogo Regional de Política. La publicación recoge una selección de trabajos discutidos durante la quinta y sexta reuniones de la Red de Pobreza y Protección Social...

In the recent study, we attempt to contribute to clarify the discussion of targeting and universalization by analyzing fundamental theoretical, ethical, analytical, and empirical concepts involved. We believe that by precisely defining these concepts we may also contribute to the development of...

Este documento fue comisionado por la Red de Reducción de la Pobreza y Protección Social del Diálogo Regional de Política para la VII Reunión Hemisférica celebrada los días 11 y 12 de noviembre de 2004. Acerca de la inequidad en Brasil, a pesar de las numerosas controversias al respecto,...

This book addresses questions of international trade policy and the relationship between growth, distribution, and human resource development in the Latin American region.Abstract: Este libro presenta un análisis de cuestiones sobre comercio internacional y la relación entre crecimiento,...