Sumario: | This book explores the socio-economic challenges and changes in Latin America, focusing on the paradox of persistent inequality despite significant economic growth. It examines labor markets, informal employment, and social policies as central themes, analyzing their role in shaping social inequality and power structures. The book includes theoretical and empirical studies that delve into the effects of economic policies and social reforms implemented to reduce poverty and inequality. It highlights the impacts of extractivism, informal economies, and social assistance programs on labor and social integration in the region. The contributors aim to define a new social agenda for Latin America and beyond, addressing issues such as economic productivity, social integration, and the dynamics of formal and informal labor markets.
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