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Strengthening social services at the local level: Unlocking financing and innovation for social services

April 29, 2025
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Leveraging the private and third sectors in the provision of social services 

 

Harnessing the power of human resources in social services

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 9-10 AM ET 

Human resources are the backbone of good quality social services. However, low wages, limited training programs and career advancement opportunities hinder the recruitment and retention of qualified personnel. These factors contribute to persistent workforce shortages, high turnover rates, and caregiver burnout, undermining the effectiveness of social service delivery. Family caregivers, who provide essential support to households, also face significant physical and emotional burdens, which national policies often fail to adequately address.

This session will explore policy frameworks and strategies aimed at improving the working conditions and well-being of both paid and unpaid caregivers. It will focus on the role of policies that support family caregivers, as well as initiatives to enhance the training, formalization, and retention of paid caregivers. Drawing on experiences from international organizations and country case studies, the session will identify best practices for enhancing care quality and advancing the professionalization of the caregiving sector.

Event Details

  • Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
  • Time: 9 AM (ET) / 3 PM (CET)
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