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A Microfinance Network Fights Malnutrition in Haiti

(2010) By 2008, Haiti's largest microfinance organization, Fonkoze, was providing savings accounts or loans to 190,000 clients, mostly women, at its 39 banking offices in rural areas.

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Project: Demography and Economics of Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease

Social Security Systems Around the World

Social security programs are increasing in number around the world. Initially instituted in European and Latin American countries in the early 20th century, social security plans can now be found in developed and developing nations worldwide.

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Israel’s Demography Has a Unique History

(2014) Israel's demographic patterns and trends are unique, reflecting the complex political, cultural, and religious future of the region.

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Environmental Scarcity and the Outbreak of Conflict

(2001) How can environmental problems contribute to civil unrest and violence?

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PRB Discuss Online: Have Reproductive Health Voucher Programs Improved Equity, Efficiency, and Impact?

(2011) Vouchers are frequently mentioned as a promising alternative finance mechanism to achieve a variety of goals in health systems and reproductive health services. Do vouchers work?

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