Mapping impact in Chad: Country-level impact of adaptive safety nets in the Sahel

This publication showcases the tangible outcomes and transformative effects of Adaptive Social Protection (ASP) programs in Chad. In the Sahel, Adaptive Social Protection (ASP) is a set of social protection policies, systems, and programs that promote human capital, productivity, and resilience of the poorest and strengthen their capacity to prepare for, cope with, and adapt to shocks.

The findings indicate:

• Social safety nets improved household consumption and reduced food insecurity among poor and vulnerable households.
• Safety nets can boost women's economic empowerment and enable more diverse household livelihoods. Women drove most of the gains in businesses, income, and empowerment.
• Economic inclusion programs can enhance the impact of monetary transfers and create meaningful and lasting impacts on household welfare, income­ generating activities, and women's empowerment.
• Economic inclusion measures are associated with significant spillover benefits for non-participant households.
• Economic inclusion interventions are one of the most cost-effective models, delivering strong returns even under conservative assumptions.