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In Ghana, old-age pensions are essential for social protection, yet coverage remains limited among informal workers due to challenges in collecting regular contributions and widespread mistrust in pension schemes. This randomized evaluation tests whether...

This project investigates the barriers to digital ID enrollment among rural populations in Nigeria and explores how improved access to identification can advance financial inclusion. Focusing on the National Identification Number (NIN) program, the research...

This project examines how digital payment systems can reduce transaction costs and support the formalization of small businesses in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal. In partnership with Wave, a leading mobile money provider, the research focuses on developing and...

A key mechanism for the perpetuation of poverty across generations is the accumulated developmental deficits of children from deprived backgrounds, who often lack a nurturing and stimulating environment. Moreover, poverty is associated with an incidence of...

After-school programs have the potential to positively influence student academic outcomes, particularly in under-served communities. However, such benefits depend on the extent to which programs include a clear instructional focus. The Consortium for Policy...

Bernalillo County, New Mexico (Albuquerque) residents consistently experience eviction at a rate (4.5%) nearly twice the national average (2.3%) and higher than the state overall (3.2%). In response, New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA), which provides free, direct...

The perceptions of low-income families about the payoff from schooling often leads them to underinvest in education. Many experiments have tried to influence these perceptions by providing information on the returns to schooling or school quality. The few...

Manufacturing jobs can improve women’s economic empowerment, but health issues or caretaking often drive women out of the labor force. Paid sick leave can prevent the spread of disease and keep workers in the workforce, but workers often fear retribution for...