The Psychology of Poverty Alleviation: Challenges in Developing Countries

ISBN-13: 9781108794572 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 269 str.

William Ascher

Opis

Explores the psychological insights needed to establish successful poverty-alleviation programs in developing countries without destructive conflict.

Recenzje

'The text offers a practical and useful set of policy recommendations, not only to mitigate poverty but also to promote sustainable economic growth, reduce hunger, and achieve inclusivity across all groups … Recommended.' R. M. Ramazani, Choice Magazine

Spis treści

Part I Introduction; 1. The Challenges of Conflict Sensitive Poverty Alleviation; 2. Political Economy Considerations Part II The Underlying Psychology; 3. Identity, Attributions, Deservingness Judgments, and Hostility; Part III Lessons from Pro-Poor Policy Instruments; 4. Conditional Cash Transfers; 5. Social-Sector Spending Targeting the Poor; 6. Pro-Poor Subsidies and the Problem of Leakage; 7. Affirmative Action; 8. Regional Development Targeting the Poorest Areas; Part IV Overcoming Obstacles in the Policy Process; 9. How the Wealthy React to Pro-Poor-Labeled Initiatives; 10. Lessons and Conclusions.