10+ hour, 16+ min ago  (596+ words) The Borgen Project The Weight of Poverty for Pakistani Women Poverty shapes everyday life for a large share of Pakistan's population. The World Bank estimates that about 22. 5% of Pakistanis lived below the national poverty line in fiscal year 2025, down from…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (419+ words) Although Honduras has reduced maternal mortality over the past two decades, significant disparities persist, especially in rural and underserved regions. The country lowered its maternal mortality ratio from 199 deaths per 100, 000 live births in 2000 to 47 in 2023. However, unequal access to care…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (508+ words) In many rural parts of Nepal, reaching a hospital during childbirth can require hours of travel. Limited access to trained medical professionals means that some women still give birth without skilled assistance. This is increasing the risk of complications for…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (380+ words) Benefits included higher labor force participation, increased work productivity, lower debt levels and greater autonomy and decision-making power. The analysis found little evidence of so-called dependency effects, the concern that recipients reduce work effort after receiving benefits. The international research…...