A case for the inclusion of informal social protection in social policy theory and practice—lessons from Nigeria and Pakistan
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Sage
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This paper argues for the integration of informal social protection into social policy theory and practice through a comparative analysis of informal mechanisms in Pakistan and Nigeria. In developing countries, especially in Asia and Africa, where formal social protection coverage is limited, informal social protection plays a crucial role in addressing gaps in the welfare system. The findings not only contribute to a comprehensive understanding of welfare systems but also support for the cohesive integration of formal and informal social protection, providing evidence for policy improvements in developing and less developed countries.
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Informal social protection, Nigeria, Pakistan, South–south learning, Idiosyncratic, Covariate
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SDG-10: Reduces inequalities
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Mumtaz, Z., Enworo, O. C., & Mokomane, Z. (2025). A Case for the Inclusion of Informal Social Protection in Social Policy Theory and Practice—Lessons From Nigeria and Pakistan. Journal of Asian and African Studies, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/00219096241249975.