In this paper, we present comparative evidence for eight Latin American countries regarding design and effects of cash transfers (CTs). On the basis of household survey data, we analyse their coverage, importance in household income, and effects on poverty reduction and income redistribution. We...

This paper starts with an evaluation of the most important CCTs in Latin America. It will then move to discuss the nature and limited impact of Chile Solidario, followed by a discussion of poverty and vulnerability in Chile, and the Ethical Wage approach. The paper concludes by questioning the...