The SDGs Basic – Reduced Inequalities

The delivery of services through economic and social infrastructure is one of the most important functions of the government. In 2018, 90 percent of people had access to the internet via 3G or faster networks. The Internet is essential in today’s digital age because it gives us an almost limitless supply of information.

Equality matters because it promotes inclusive social and economic growth. 80 percent of the one billion people with disabilities live in developing countries. Moreover, only 28 percent of people with disabilities worldwide have access to disability benefits, with only 1 percent in low-income countries.

Inequality affects migrant labor as well. They are more likely to work in lower-skilled and lower-paid jobs. Because of the discrimination during the hiring process, the job does not match their education and skills.
Additionally, a report by the Centre for Ageing Better shows that older women are more likely to be poor. Women tend to get lifetime lower pay and unequal working conditions.

Social protection helps vulnerable people. It supports them to stay healthy, pursue education, and look for work in order to avoid poverty. Such systems and services like social protection are needed globally.

The Takaful and Karama programs “Solidarity and Dignity” began in Egypt in 2015. It gave families financial assistance in exchange for their children staying in school and receiving good health care. Poor citizens over the age of 65 have also benefited from the program, which provides them with tiny monthly pensions. More than 10% of Egypt’s population benefited from the initiative.