In the past few years, the evidence base regarding the inclusion of people with disabilities has advanced considerably, both in high- and low-to-mid-income countries. This policy brief focuses on the lessons learned from rigorous studies in education, social protection and labor markets and identifies the key knowledge gaps relevant for Latin America and the Caribbean.

Paid care work will represent an important source of employment in coming decades, as care dependence becomes more prevalent, care needs evolve, and the structure of households changes. But there is little systematic data on the care economy for paid caregivers in Latin America and the Caribbean. This report aims to fill this knowledge gap by quantifying the paid care workforce in the region and describing its sociodemographic and economic profile in 17 countries.

Skills for work are undoubtedly a transformative force for Latin America and the Caribbean. The developed countries' experience has shown that when a country's labor force responds efficiently to the human capital needs of companies and the economy, labor productivity is boosted leading to higher and sustainable economic growth.

Aging populations, rising rates of chronic conditions, and the COVID-19 global pandemic have all intensified the demand for more healthcare. Yet, resources for healthcare are highly constrained and mobilizing new resources for health is a difficult challenge. Now more than ever, the LAC region needs to spend smarter on healthcare. This report introduces the main concepts, tools, and strategies for making smarter healthcare spending decisions, and guides readers to resources that provide practical examples and detailed explanations.

The IDB supports youth empowerment through music education in Latin America and the Caribbean. This note draws on conversations with beneficiaries, project team leaders, and partner organizations about music as an engine of social inclusion and economic development.

The IDB supports youth empowerment through music education in Latin America and the Caribbean. This note draws on conversations with beneficiaries, project team leaders, and partner organizations about music as an engine of social inclusion and economic development.