He proposes a three-pillar approach for creating a modernized, transparent, and depoliticized social protection system by leveraging PhilSys, implementing direct financial transfers, and utilizing integrated social registries.
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Fragmented. Duplicative. Vulnerable to political influence.
In this think piece, INCITEGov member and trustee Justin Muyot examines the inefficiencies in government cash assistance and subsidy programs.
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Let this budget reflect reform, not self-interest. Stop using the peopleβs money to bankroll greed and corruption!
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The study compiles lessons from countries such as Brazil, Chile, Indonesia, South Africa, and India, highlighting the importance of unified registries, digital delivery, and institutionalized governance, and offers insights for reform in the Philippines.
In our latest policy note, INCITEGov trustee Dr. JC Punongbayan examines how social protection has evolved worldwideβfrom fragmented safety nets into integrated, adaptive systems that reduce poverty, build resilience, and promote equity.
Economist Dr. JC Punongbayan and budget analyst Zy-za Nadine Suzara discussed the findings and recommendations of their policy paper, "Rethinking ayuda for sustainable development," in a hybrid forum on March 18.
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Jonathan Chua (Sentro ng mga Nagkakaisa at Progresibong Manggagawa) and Adel Dolar (Samahan ng Nagkakaisang Pamilya ng Pantawid) also shared insights and experiences from their partner communities. Over 80 individuals from the academe, media and civil society joined the forum.
In this policy brief, economist JC Punongbayan and budget analyst Zy-za Nadine Suzara delved into the key issues with ayuda and its exponential growth, and raised concerns about its sustainability, efficiency, and long-term economic impact.
Sa bawat krisis, ang ayuda ay lifeline ng maraming Pilipino. Ngunit sapat ba ito? Napapamahagi ba nang patas at epektibo? At ito na ba ang pangmatagalang sagot sa kahirapan? Halinaβt alamin ang mga hamon at mas matalinong solusyon sa aming forum! π
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Sa bawat krisis, ang ayuda ay lifeline ng maraming Pilipino. Ngunit sapat ba ito? Napapamahagi ba nang patas at epektibo? At ito na ba ang pangmatagalang sagot sa kahirapan? Halinaβt alamin ang mga hamon at mas matalinong solusyon sa aming forum! π
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Bilyun-bilyong piso mula sa 2025 national budget ang inilaan ng gobyerno para sa mga ayuda programs gaya ng AKAP, AICS at TUPAD. Ang tanong: ito ba ang solusyon para matuldukan na ang kahirapan sa bansa?
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Scan the QR code now or go to https://t.co/jucoG7pB8X to get the Zoom link and join the discussion. This event is co-presented with the Ateneo School of Government.
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Former Budget and Management Secretary Florencio "Butch" Abad and UP School of Economics Assistant Professor Dr. JC Punongbayan are our guest speakers for the forum, "Patronage Politics: The Hidden Hand behind the 2025 Budget."
See you on Jan. 13, 4β6 p.m. via Zoom, for a forum on "Patronage Politics: The Hidden Hand behind the 2025 Budget." Scan the QR code now or go to https://t.co/jucoG7p3jp to register and get the Zoom link. This event is co-presented with the Ateneo School of Government.#2025budget
"The dubious process by which the 2025 GAA was passed is a stark reminder of the urgent need for constant vigilance, unyielding accountability, and reforms in the governance and politics of our country."
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