Commentary

How will climate change affect what we do?

Adaptation to climate change will be costly and likely exacerbate current patterns of inequality; more research is needed to understand the issues.

Can we use trade policy to achieve gender equality?

Women consistently work less for pay and earn less than men. What policies work to achieve productive employment for all women and men, and equal pay for work of equal value?

Low social mobility in Latin America may hinder economic growth

A more equal income distribution is important for increasing the well-being of the population and, indirectly, economic development.

Making teacher certification work for developing countries

Education policy should focus on making pre-service training and certification more effective.