Impacts of financial, food and fuel crisis on urban poor
The urban poor are particularly vulnerable in times of crisis due to their heavy reliance on the cash economy, job losses and wage reductions in urban based industries, and no agricultural production to fallback on. Prioritizing investments in cities can help to mitigate impacts in the short run and reduce risks in the future. Well targeted safety nets, workfare programs, and urban agriculture can play an important role in cushioning the impacts for the urban poor during difficult times.