Countries and Regions

Behind the Slow Start: An Assessment of Early Childhood Care and Development in the Philippines

2021-present, Case Study, Countries and Regions, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Gender, Newspaper Article/Feature, Other Philippine Publication, Social Development / By

This report assesses the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) in the Philippines, aiming to support the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM2) of the Philippine Congress with empirical evidence for programmatic and legislative reforms. Our assessment uses a comprehensive framework that analyzes the health, nutrition, and early education outcomes of Filipino children and examines …

Behind the Slow Start: An Assessment of Early Childhood Care and Development in the Philippines Read More »

Assessment of the Legal Status of Sexual and Gender Minorities in 17 Countries in Asia and the Pacific

Book/Handbook/Booklet, Countries and Regions, Economic Development, Gender Mainstreaming, International Organization, Laws and Policies, Report, Social Development / By

This report highlights how sexual and gender minorities in countries across Asia and the Pacific face discrimination and violence, assesses the legal barriers impacting their lives, and shows how policy reforms can increase inclusion and economic opportunities. Asset Type: Publications Collection: International Organizations Subject: Gender Equality, Social development and protection, Participation and empowerment, Armenia, Bhutan, …

Assessment of the Legal Status of Sexual and Gender Minorities in 17 Countries in Asia and the Pacific Read More »

Measuring Progress on Women’s Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship in the Philippines: Results from a Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Survey

2021-present, Book/Handbook/Booklet, Countries and Regions, Economic Development, Gender Mainstreaming, International Organization, Laws and Policies, Report, Social Development / By

This report assesses the hurdles Philippine micro, small and medium-sized enterprises face to access the financial services they need to grow and outlines how to promote an entrepreneurial eco-system that enables women-owned MSMEs to thrive. Asset Type: Publications Collection: International Organizations Subject: Women’s financial inclusion, Women’s entrepreneurship, MSMEs, Philippines, Survey Author: Asian Development Bank Publisher: …

Measuring Progress on Women’s Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship in the Philippines: Results from a Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Survey Read More »

Skip to content