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[Latin-American social protection and development models]
Luz M Mejía-Ortega1, Alvaro Franco-Giraldo
1Facultad Nacional de Salud Pública, Universidad de Antioquia, Colombia. luzmmejia@guajiros.udea.edu.co
Latin American development models shaped social protection systems, influencing health and well-being. These systems evolved through various approaches, often guided by international organizations.
Area of Science:
- Socioeconomics
- Public Health Policy
Context:
- Latin American nations historically consolidated development models influencing social policy.
- Social protection systems are integral to addressing population health needs and well-being.
Purpose:
- To analyze Latin American development models and their impact on social protection systems.
- To examine the state's role and social policy in the relationship between development and social protection.
Summary:
- Examined historical Latin American development models (Keynesian, import substitution, liberal) and their influence on social protection.
- Social protection systems in the region have varied, including social security, insurance, assistance, and risk management.
- International organizations, notably the World Bank, have promoted minimum social protection networks and social risk management.
Impact:
- Understanding the evolution of social protection systems in Latin America.
- Informing policy development for improved health and well-being outcomes through tailored social protection.
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