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[VIDEO] Does Commitment Savings Alter Seasonal Poverty Dynamics among the Ultra-poor? Evidence from High-frequency Data

17 November 2020
While the seasonal dimension of poverty is well discussed, little is known about its degree and countermeasure for the ultra-poor population. Using unique bi-weekly data for 10months over two years from rural Bangladesh, we first show that consumption of the year round ultra-poor is subject to…

[VIDEO] The Female Secondary Stipend and Assistance Program in Bangladesh: What did It Accomplish?

17 November 2020
The Government of Bangladesh introduced the Female Secondary Stipend and Assistance Program (FSSAP) in 1994 with the support of development partners, including the Asian Development Bank, to increase female secondary school enrollment and completion, as well as discourage early marriage. The…

How to Strengthen Urban Resilience by Ecosystem-based Adaptation

17 November 2020
This presentation discusses how ecosystem-based adaptation can help build urban resilience.

How to Strengthen Urban Resilience by Ecosystem-based Adaptation (Russian)

17 November 2020
This presentation discusses how ecosystem-based adaptation can help build urban resilience.

Nature-based Solutions

17 November 2020
Know more about the concept of nature-based solutions and how this can contribute to urban resilience.

ADB Strategy 2030 Operational Priorities 3 and 4

17 November 2020
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Dansk Retursystem - Organization and Framework and Closed Loop System

17 November 2020
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Strengthening resilience to storms and floods in Hue and Central Viet Nam

17 November 2020

Air Quality in Asia: Why Is It Important, And What Can We Do?

17 November 2020

Emerging Perspectives on Climate and Disaster Risk Assessment Image

11 November 2020
This presentation gives an overview on good practices and trends for assessing climate and disaster risks for infrastructure.