As of March 27th, there were a total of 10,154 cases across the region. It is important that countries take swift action to prevent the spread of the disease and to protect their populations.
UNDP seeking unprecedented COVID-19 support for vulnerable countries.
Critical in responding to this disease is the need to “flatten the curve” This means implementing protective measures to slow down the spread of the disease such that the number of cases does not overwhelm the capacity of the health care system all at once.
Paraguay needed to support to reduce deforestation. And partly as a consequence of that destruction, the country was not able to fully realise the massive potential of its forests to support climate change mitigation.
Who would have thought that something invisible to the human eye, will stop people, all over Europe, and all over the world?
The site offers general tips and resources for users around the world to reduce the spread of rumors and connect with accurate health information.
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The adoption of new technologies and its ultimate impact on LAC countries will depend on the occupational structures of countries and how governments and private sector actors react to the new environment. More info.
COVID-19 - Policy Document Series
This series aims at drawing from UNDP's own experience and knowledge globally and from the expertise and capacity of our partner think tanks and academic institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean, to promote a collective reflection on the response to the COVID-19 health crisis and its economic and social effects on our societies.
Chocolates for the future
UNDP in Bolivia works in partnership with the Italian Cooperation (AICS), along with the Comune di Foligno and FELCOS, to improve the conditions and skills of young people with intellectual disabilities.
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Latin America and the Caribbean
38%
of the population are considered vulnerable
80%
of the population lives in urban areas
37%
of all legislators and senior officials are female
40%
of the people in the region feel safe
