Target 1.3 : Assessing Progress Towards Universal Social Protection

Implement nationally appropriate social protection systems and measures for all, including floors, and by 2030 achieve substantial coverage of the poor and the vulnerable.

Project 1: Universal Basic Income Pilot for Women in Poverty

Specific: Launch a pilot UBI program for 500 women living below the poverty line in [district]. Provide a fixed monthly stipend to cover basic needs and promote economic autonomy.
Measurable: Track changes in income, household consumption, food security, and women's empowerment indicators.
Achievable: Partner with state governments, financial institutions, and women's organizations for implementation and disbursement.
Results-Oriented: Improve financial security for women, reducing their vulnerability to poverty and enabling them to invest in education, health, and livelihood activities.
Time-Bound: 1-year pilot phase with rigorous evaluation for potential scaling up.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Assess changes in the proportion of women covered by social protection through the pilot.
Additional: Gather qualitative data on the impact on women's well-being and empowerment.

Project 2: Accessible Unemployment Insurance for Persons with Disabilities

Specific: Develop an accessible and inclusive unemployment insurance scheme for PwDs, providing financial support during periods of unemployment.
Measurable: Track enrollment rates, benefit disbursement, and the financial stability of PwDs during unemployment.
Achievable: Partner with government employment agencies, disability organizations, and insurance providers.
Results-Oriented: Provide a safety net for PwDs facing employment barriers, reducing their risk of falling into poverty.
Time-Bound: 2-year project for policy development, scheme implementation, and evaluation.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Analyze the coverage of PwDs under the unemployment insurance scheme.
Additional: Measure the impact on their financial well-being and job search efforts.

Project 3: Affordable Health Insurance for Vulnerable Elderly

Specific: Design and implement a subsidized health insurance scheme specifically tailored for elderly individuals (60+ years) living below the poverty line.
Measurable: Track enrollment rates, utilization of healthcare services, and out-of-pocket healthcare expenses among beneficiaries.
Achievable: Collaborate with government health insurance schemes, private insurance providers, and elderly care organizations.
Results-Oriented: Reduce financial burden of healthcare costs for the elderly, improve health outcomes, and protect against poverty due to medical expenses.
Time-Bound: 18-month project timeline for policy development, scheme rollout, and evaluation.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Measure the proportion of elderly covered by the health insurance scheme.
Additional: Track changes in health indicators and financial well-being of the beneficiaries.

Project 4: Community-Based Childcare Centers for Working Mothers

Specific: Establish community-based childcare centers in low-income neighborhoods, providing affordable and quality care for children (0-6 years) while their mothers work or seek employment.
Measurable: Track enrollment rates, quality of care (through standardized assessments), and mothers' employment status.
Achievable: Partner with local women's self-help groups, childcare professionals, and community spaces.
Results-Oriented: Facilitate women's economic participation by providing safe and reliable childcare, thereby reducing the risk of children and their families falling into poverty.
Time-Bound: 1-year pilot project in 3 locations, with potential for scaling up.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Assess the coverage of children and their families under this social protection measure.
Additional: Measure impact on mothers' employment rates and household income.

Project 5: Maternity Benefits Awareness and Support Program

Specific: Launch a campaign to raise awareness among pregnant women and new mothers about their entitlements under maternity benefit schemes. Provide assistance with registration and claiming benefits.
Measurable: Track the number of women reached, successful benefit claims, and awareness levels through surveys.
Achievable: Partner with healthcare providers, women's organizations, and government agencies.
Results-Oriented: Ensure that pregnant women and new mothers receive the financial support they need, reducing the risk of poverty during this critical period.
Time-Bound: 12-month campaign with ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Measure the proportion of pregnant women and new mothers accessing maternity benefits.
Additional: Assess the impact of financial support on maternal and child health outcomes.

Project 6: Social Pensions for Vulnerable Elderly Without Family Support

Specific: Implement a pilot social pension program in [district] targeting 200 elderly individuals (65+ years) who lack family support and live below the national poverty line. Disburse a monthly pension to cover basic needs and healthcare expenses.
Measurable: Track enrollment, pension disbursement, changes in income levels, nutritional status, and access to healthcare among beneficiaries.
Achievable: Partner with state government social welfare departments, local administrative bodies, and elderly care organizations for identification, enrollment, and grievance redressal.
Results-Oriented: Provide a financial safety net for vulnerable elderly, improving their living standards, reducing poverty, and ensuring access to essential services.
Time-Bound: 18-month pilot phase, including program design, implementation, and evaluation.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Measure the proportion of eligible elderly covered by the social pension program.
Additional: Assess changes in poverty levels, food security, and access to healthcare among beneficiaries.

Project 7: Conditional Cash Transfers for Education and Healthcare

Specific: Pilot a conditional cash transfer (CCT) program in [district] for 300 families living below the poverty line. Provide cash transfers conditional on children's school attendance and regular health check-ups.
Measurable: Track school enrollment and attendance rates, immunization coverage, and overall health status of children. Assess the impact on household income and expenditure patterns.
Achievable: Collaborate with education departments, healthcare providers, and local community organizations for program implementation, monitoring, and ensuring conditionality compliance.
Results-Oriented: Incentivize education and healthcare utilization, breaking the cycle of poverty through human capital development.
Time-Bound: 2-year pilot project with phased implementation and ongoing monitoring.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Assess the proportion of targeted families receiving and complying with CCT conditions.
Additional: Measure the impact on school enrollment, health indicators, and poverty levels among recipient families.

Project 8: Disability-Inclusive Social Protection Schemes

Specific: Conduct a comprehensive review of existing social protection schemes in [state] to identify gaps and barriers for PwDs. Develop recommendations and advocate for policy changes to ensure inclusivity.
Measurable: Track the number of policy recommendations adopted, changes in eligibility criteria, and increased access to social protection for PwDs.
Achievable: Partner with disability rights organizations, legal experts, and policymakers to analyze existing schemes, conduct consultations with PwDs, and advocate for reforms.
Results-Oriented: Ensure that PwDs are not left behind in social protection initiatives, reducing their vulnerability to poverty and social exclusion.
Time-Bound: 18-month advocacy and policy reform project, with ongoing monitoring of implementation.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Measure changes in the proportion of PwDs accessing various social protection schemes before and after policy reforms.
Additional: Assess the impact on PwDs' financial well-being and social inclusion.

Project 9: Work Injury Insurance for Informal Sector Workers

Specific: Design and pilot a low-cost work injury insurance scheme in [city] targeting 500 informal sector workers (e.g., construction workers, domestic workers). Provide coverage for medical expenses and income loss due to work-related injuries.
Measurable: Track enrollment rates, claims processing efficiency, and the financial impact of injuries on workers' families.
Achievable: Partner with insurance companies, labor unions, and employers' associations to develop affordable and accessible insurance products.
Results-Oriented: Protect informal sector workers from financial hardship due to work injuries, ensuring their families do not fall into poverty.
Time-Bound: 1-year pilot phase with potential for expansion to other sectors and regions.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Measure the proportion of informal sector workers covered by the insurance scheme.
Additional: Assess the impact on workers' financial resilience and healthcare access after work-related injuries.

Project 10: Public Works Programs for Employment Generation

Specific: Implement a public works program in [district] during lean agricultural seasons, employing 200 unskilled workers from poor households in infrastructure projects like road construction, water conservation, or sanitation.
Measurable: Track employment rates, income earned by participants, and the quality of infrastructure created.
Achievable: Partner with local government authorities, public works departments, and community-based organizations for project implementation and monitoring.
Results-Oriented: Provide temporary employment and income support to vulnerable families during periods of economic hardship, reducing the risk of poverty and food insecurity.
Time-Bound: 6-month project implementation during the lean season, with potential for scaling up or repetition in future years.
Impact Assessment:
1.3.1: Assess the proportion of unemployed individuals from poor households benefiting from the program.
Additional: Measure changes in household income, food security, and asset accumulation.