Warren A. Benfield – författare

This book analyses the historical, social, economic, and political factors that influence inequality and accounts for the persistent high levels in Latin America and the Caribbean.It offers practical, evidence-based solutions to empower policymakers, activists, and scholars to promote social justice and create meaningful change. Economic growth in the region has been less than stellar, and some countries have experienced significant periods of negative growth. Latin America and the Caribbean remain one of the most unequal regions in the world in terms of income distribution, with the majority of the population living in poverty, whilst a small elite holds a disproportionate share of income and wealth. This book investigates the trends, policies, and mechanisms that mitigate or exacerbate inequality and assesses their consequences for individuals, communities, and societies. The book also considers cross-disciplinary issues, such as how the capacity to respond to and adapt to climate change relates to existing disparities, particularly for marginalised communities. The book concludes by making the case for economic growth and political will, and presents actionable solutions and strategies to address economic inequality in the region.Interdisciplinary and forward-thinking in its outlook, this book will be an important read for policymakers and researchers across economics, sociology, and political science.

This multidisciplinary volume explores the multifaceted nature of inequality in Jamaica and other Latin American and Caribbean countries, offering nuanced solutions to address the persistently high inequality in the Global South. With a critical focus on Jamaica given its high levels of inequality linked to crime, social discontent, and persistent poverty, the collection also considers the broader context of Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting the region's heterogeneity and the unique challenges faced by different countries.The book demonstrates that inequality is not confined to the distribution of income (which largely dominates the literature), but also affects access to technological advancement, gender justice, time allocation in the household between men and women, and human rights consideration for young people. The contributors offer evidence-based solutions to address inequality in the Global South.By examining the intersection of various domains such as human rights, youth empowerment, technology, and gender disparity, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of how these dimensions interact and affect different demographic groups. Intersecting Inequalities in Jamaica and Beyond is essential reading for policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in understanding and addressing the root causes of inequality in the Global South.