Yolande shares insights from their work in Malawi and Flint, Michigan, highlighting innovative approaches such as use of technology for poverty assessment and mobile money payments. Despite financial constraints, evidence suggests that investing in child benefits yields significant long-term societal gains, offering a foundation for a more equitable and resilient future.

This episode features an enlightening conversation with Dr. Michael Samson, Director of Research at the Economic Policy Research Institute, who shares insights from decades of experience in developing social protection systems worldwide. Learn about the transformative power of child benefits, their unexpected economic returns, and the challenges faced in expanding social protection coverage.

Explore how strategic investments in early childhood can yield astounding returns, fostering human capital and economic growth. With exclusive stories from the field, this episode unravels the potential of comprehensive social protection systems to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change, driving toward a sustainable and prosperous future. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on the role of cognitive capital in securing an equitable and thriving global society.