Designing, Implementing and Evaluating Public Works Programmes (PWPs)
This report aims to outline the scope, impact and challenges associated with PWPs in development and humanitarian contexts
Abstract
This helpdesk report aims to outline the scope, impact and challenges associated with public works programmes (PWPs) in development and humanitarian contexts. PWPs have been implemented in a broad range of countries to help working aged poor people to cope with economic shocks or chronic poverty. The majority of PWPs are effective in terms of increasing food consumption. PWPs which run for a longer period are more likely to stimulate asset accumulation which helps the beneficiaries to improve their livelihoods
K4D helpdesk reports provide summaries of current research, evidence and lessons learned. This report was commissioned by the UK Department for International Development
Citation
Ismail, Z. (2018) Designing, Implementing and Evaluating Public Works Programmes. K4D Helpdesk Report. Birmingham UK: University of Birmingham
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