Publication Date
7-1-2007
Summary
The United States is arguably one of the richest countries in the world. However, poverty is still an issue of great concern. This observation suggests the need for more innovative interventions to reduce severe need and create terms for meaningful participation of vulnerable individuals in economic, political, and social exchange. Using a sample of IDA program participants (N=840), who were randomly assigned to a control and experimental group, this study explores the relationship between an asset-building intervention and social inclusion from the human capabilities perspective. Results reveal a significant relationship between participating in an IDA program and social inclusion. Although modest, these results provide a useful framework for examining factors that may affect an individual’s capacity to move from vulnerability into enhanced economic, political and social participation. They also point to a role for policy and asset-building programs in effort to empower vulnerable individuals and groups.
Document Type
Working Paper
Category
Financial Inclusion
Subarea
Asset Building
Original Citation
Lombe, M., & Sherraden, M. (2007). Effects of participating in an asset-building intervention on social inclusion (CSD Working Paper No. 07-02). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Keywords
poverty, social exclusion, social inclusion, vulnerability, welfare, asset ownership
Recommended Citation
Lombe, M., & Sherraden, M. (2007). Effects of participating in an asset-building intervention on social inclusion (CSD Working Paper No. 07-02). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7936/K77H1J5T