Domestic workers in Sri Lanka have been a significant part of the paid care eco-system, and have long suffered from poor working conditions caused by many economic and social barriers. Prior to the establishment of specialized child care, and elderly care agencies which are still limited to urban Sri Lanka, domestic workers made up almost all of the paid care sector in the country.
Here is the link to the WPAN Policy Brief on Informal Employment With a Focus on Domestic Workers in Sri Lanka
Financial inclusion is the access individuals and businesses have to useful and affordable financial products and services that meet their needs, such as for transactions, payments, savings, credit and insurance. They also must be delivered in a responsible and sustainable way promoting engagement in the formal financial sector. Access to affordable finance aims to enhance living standards, increase income, stimulate business investment, reduce unemployment, and foster economic growth by expanding financial networks and reducing barriers to entry.
Here is the link to the WPAN Policy Brief on Closing the Divide through Women’s Access to Finance
