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Social Protection

SOH-shul proh-TEK-shun

/ˈsoʊʃəl prəˈtɛkʃən/

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socialprotection

Dictionary meaning

A set of policies and programs designed to reduce poverty and vulnerability by promoting efficient labor markets, diminishing people's exposure to risks, and enhancing their capacity to protect themselves against hazards — including climate-related shocks

Examples

Social protection programs like cash transfers have proven essential in helping poor households cope with climate disasters.

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