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The purpose of this list is to discuss the definition
of a term linked to microinsurance and/or social protection in general.

At this moment we would like to use the following definition of the term 'Cash transfers':
Cash transfers are defined as regular non-contributory payments of money provided by government or non-government organizations to individuals or households (generally the women), with the objective of decreasing chronic or shock-induced poverty, addressing social risks and reducing economic vulnerability.
(DFID, and IDS, Devereux, 2005)


This is a general definition of cash transfers, but besides that, there are other questions that can be subject for debate:

* Are cash transfers an appropriate tool for the extension of social security?

* What role do we see for Cash transfers in the context of affordability of Social protection for low-income countries?

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After closing the discussion list, the new or revised definition will be added to the Glossary.