Does productive safety net program enhance livelihoods? Insights from vulnerable households in Wolaita zone, Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The impact of Productive Safety Net Programs (PSNPs) on food security, poverty, and livelihoods has been examined in several studies. While some studies found positive impacts on food security and agricultural productivity, there are still gaps in understanding the long-term effects of these programs on poverty reduction and food security. This study aims to investigate the impact of PSNP on the livelihood of beneficiaries based on indicators including access to basic services, income, expenditure on food, adaptive capacity, and dietary diversity.

Methodology

This article used quasi-experimental design and treatment effects model taking into account access to basic services, income, food expenditure, assets, adaptive capacity, and household dietary diversity as ou

SUBMITTER: Woldemichael MG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10994340 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature