Many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have introduced public works programs that offer temporary cash-for-work opportunities to poor individuals. This paper reviews experimental evidence on the impacts of public works programs on participants over the short and medium run, providing new insights on whether they have sustained impacts. The findings show that public works mainly increase employment and earnings during the program. Short-term...
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2023/06/06
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政策研究报告
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WPS10471
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1
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2023/06/06
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Disclosed
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Do Public Works Programs Have Sustained Impacts ? A Review of Experimental Studies from LMICs