Publication Date
1-27-2009
Summary
A new direction in anti-poverty policy has emerged in the United States. This new direction is centered around asset building and stakeholding. In contrast to many of the precepts of the welfare state, which emphasize income and consumption, asset-based policy promotes savings and investment.
Document Type
Research Brief
Category
Asset building
Subarea
Inclusion in Asset Building
Original Citation
Edwards, K. (1997). Individual development accounts: Creative savings for families and communities (CSD Report). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Keywords
IDA, individual development account, low income, saving, savings, asset accumulation
Recommended Citation
Edwards, K. (1997). Individual development accounts: Creative savings for families and communities (CSD Report). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.