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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Payment of the Well-being Pension in March: This is the payment calendar by last names

The Mexican Government begins payments for the Well-being Pension program on March 2, with a specific payment calendar based on beneficiaries' last names.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

A Breakthrough Found That Surprised Us: Miyazaki Town's Challenge to Enjoy Ourselves

Miyazaki's Mimata Town has initiated community-driven activities focused on solving local issues, fostering social engagement among residents.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

From 2026 โ€“ increased benefits for foster care of children: here's how much it is and where to apply

Lithuania is set to increase foster care benefits for children starting in 2026, adjusting the amounts based on age and needs.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China shifts cadre-appraisal metrics away from pure GDP growth, resetting mindsets

China is initiating a campaign to shift its cadre-appraisal metrics from pure GDP growth to a focus on social welfare and sustainability.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: municipal guard kicks man during approach at a shelter in Campinas

Footage shows a municipal guard kicking a man during an intervention inside a social service shelter in Campinas, Brazil, leading to an investigation by the authority.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Disappointment upon disappointment and still a long way to go

The article discusses the ongoing frustrations and challenges faced by Iceland as it navigates its path forward amidst multiple disappointments.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Ukraine has decided to significantly raise pensions - they will increase from March 1.

Ukraine has announced a 12.1% increase in pensions and insurance payments starting March 1, as part of its ongoing pension enhancement policy amid economic challenges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

There is a boiling conflict between PS and SDP โ€“ Rydman: The Demar are dehumanizing the Persus

A heated political debate between Finland's Social Affairs Minister Wille Rydman and MP Nasima Razmyar highlights accusations of dehumanization between the PS and SDP parties.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Now the food check is being fast-tracked in the Folketing โ€“ follow along here

The Danish government's food check proposal is set for expedited consideration in Parliament amidst skepticism from various parties.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Political commentator takes a bite out of Mette Frederiksen's special companion

Food checks have been met with skepticism from various quarters as the government's proposal is set for urgent processing in the Parliament.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

Griha Aadhar Yojana: โ‚น1500 will be credited to accounts on the 10th of every month, find out who will benefit from this scheme?

The Griha Aadhar Yojana in Goa provides eligible women with โ‚น1500 monthly to support their daily expenses and education costs for their children.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Heating bills support temporarily raised for housing benefits and its recipients expanded

Due to rising heating costs in Latvia during a cold winter, the government has decided to temporarily increase housing benefits for lower-income households until April 30th.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Now it has been revealed: This place had the most basic social welfare recipients - One group stood out

The number of basic social welfare recipients in Finland increased significantly last year, with Vantaa having the highest proportion of recipients compared to its population.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Amount of Basic Social Assistance Increased Sharply

The amount of basic social assistance distributed by Kela significantly increased from the previous year, with 6.4% of the population receiving support in 2025.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government formalized a bonus of up to $70,000 for retirees and pensioners for March

The Argentinian government has announced a new bonus of up to $70,000 for retirees and pensioners, which will be paid out in March 2026.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

85-year-old Kim Jung-ja of 'You Quiz' will wear a graduation cap... Sookmyung Women's University graduation ceremony held on the 27th

85-year-old Kim Jung-ja, previously the oldest test-taker in the Korean SAT, will graduate from Sookmyung Women's University's Future Education Center with a degree in social welfare.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mansukh Mandaviya attended the ESIC Foundation Day

Mansukh Mandaviya attended the 75th foundation day of the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), where he emphasized the importance of the new labor code for enhancing workers' rights and social welfare schemes.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do I receive the AUH in February 2026 if my DNI ends in 9?

The article outlines the payment schedule for the Universal Child Allowance (AUH) in February 2026 for beneficiaries with a DNI ending in 9.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Governor's Reaction / Healthcare as a Fundamental Function of the Welfare State

A local governor expresses satisfaction with recent discussions on healthcare, emphasizing the importance of increasing the number of medical offices in their region.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Wonju City Children's and Social Welfare Meal Management Support Center Operates 'Growing Cooking Class'

The Wonju City Children's and Social Welfare Meal Management Support Center successfully conducted a 'Growing Cooking Class' for local children from February 23 to 25, aimed at promoting healthy eating habits and cultural understanding of food.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Helsinki is outraged by the government's drastic social welfare savings

Helsinki opposes proposed changes to the financing law for welfare areas, citing concerns over significant new savings directed towards the city.

Feb 23 โ€ข 20:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Social Policy Course: SPD and Union โ€“ One Single Conflict of Goals

The article critiques demands for painful social reforms from the SPD and political opposition, highlighting the potential negative impacts on the German social welfare system.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Government: Stricter Requirements for Immigrant Benefits

The Swedish government proposes a five-year waiting period for immigrants seeking benefits as part of a broader reform to social welfare regulations.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Abuse of Social Workers During Training and the Success of Integrated Care

A social worker recounts the absurdity of being forced to perform menial tasks instead of gaining relevant experience during training, highlighting issues within South Korea's social welfare system.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Lithuania establishes a social welfare and labor attachรฉ in Geneva for one year

Lithuania's government has decided to create a new position of social welfare and labor attachรฉ in Geneva, starting from August 1, 2026, to enhance representation in international labor discussions.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Enjoying Our Town Through Care Created by 'Connections' at Night Schools and Thrift Stores

A town in southwestern Miyazaki, Japan, is focusing on community engagement through night schools and thrift shops to create a more enjoyable living environment for residents.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Mlinariฤ‡: The HDZ will leave the coalition before the Homeland Movement does

Stipo Mlinariฤ‡, a representative from the Homeland Movement, expressed confidence that Alen Ruลพiฤ‡ will receive sufficient support from parliament to become the new Minister of Social Welfare, asserting that the Homeland Movement would leave the coalition with HDZ sooner than vice versa.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Nursing benefits will increase, but compensation for medical expenses of uninsured residents will disappear

The Tartu City Council has decided to change the rules for social welfare assistance, increasing the support amounts for caregivers of children and adults.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Less than ten a day was like a salary for Niina Strandman โ€“ in the future, many people with disabilities will not receive even that

Niina Strandman, who relied on small daily compensation for participating in work activities for people with disabilities, faces uncertainty as welfare areas in Finland, such as Central Finland, consider eliminating these compensations altogether.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

You have made public service worthwhile, Osinbajo tells Otti

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo praises Abia State Governor Alex Otti for his impactful leadership and social welfare reforms during a birthday visit.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sahmyook University signs MOU with Sahmyook Foundation for AI specialist training

Sahmyook University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sahmyook Foundation to enhance training and research collaboration for AI specialists in the field of social welfare.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Evelyn Salgado calls on women and older adults to register for Wellbeing Programs

The governor of Guerrero, Evelyn Salgado Pineda, calls on women aged 60 and older as well as seniors above 65 to register in social programs aimed at providing financial support.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Too many receive subsidies, even though they do not need them, says future minister Wille Rydman

Finland's future Minister of Social Affairs and Health Wille Rydman believes that many Finns are receiving financial support unnecessarily due to their economic situation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sofia Virta criticizes newly appointed minister Rydman: "Notoriously inhumane"

Sofia Virta has openly criticized Wille Rydman, the newly appointed Minister of Social Affairs and Health in Finland, for his perceived inhumane political stance and is urging action from the Prime Minister.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

โ€œWhere did this phenomenon actually come from in the parliament?โ€

A heated debate in the Icelandic parliament regarding a bill from the Minister of Social Affairs has sparked significant political conflict, focusing on the well-being of the country's poorest citizens versus the interests of wealthier families.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Due to high heating bills, the government decides to increase housing benefits; the pool of recipients will also expand

The Latvian government is raising housing benefits to assist households affected by high heating costs, with changes in the formula for calculating the benefits set to take effect in early January.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These Municipalities Had the Most Unemployment Benefit Recipients

In 2025, Finland saw a significant increase in unemployment benefit recipients, with over 338,000 individuals receiving support from Kela.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Gallery (increasingly) golden: revenues heading towards 85 million

The Galleria in Milan is experiencing a significant surge in rental income, expected to reach 85 million euros by 2026, facilitating increased funding for social welfare programs.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family: Under the directive of OPEKA, the inspection for irregular approvals of allowances during the period 2020-2022

The Greek Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family announced an investigation into irregular approvals of social solidarity allowances from 2020 to 2022, initiated by OPEKA to enhance transparency.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

OPEKA: Numerous Violations - 'Shadows' with the Provision of Benefits

A systemic audit by the National Transparency Authority revealed numerous violations in benefit payments amounting to 1.86 million euros at OPEKA.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Now cracks within the government ranks: 6 members of parliament oppose the government's own social welfare law proposal - Cuts have "serious consequences"

Six members of the government coalition criticize a proposal to cut funding for welfare regions, voicing concerns over the serious consequences of such measures.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ANSES Calendar: When do I receive the AUH in February 2026 if my ID ends in 3

The ANSES announced the payment schedule for the Universal Child Allowance (AUH) for February 2026, indicating that beneficiaries with an ID ending in 3 will receive their payments on the 12th of February.

Feb 16 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Ariadna Montiel announces the start of registrations for pensions for older adults and women

The Mexican government has initiated registrations for the Pension for the Well-being of Older Adults and the Women's Well-being Pension from February 16 to 22.

Feb 16 โ€ข 17:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Significant increase in benefit fraud in southern Sweden โ€“ fraud for 42 million kronor

Police reports a more than one hundred percent increase in reported benefit fraud in southern Sweden since 2023, amounting to 42.5 million kronor in illegal claims.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Do you have yours today? List of letters registering for the Wellbeing Pension for Older Adults TODAY Monday, February 16

The article outlines the registration process for the Wellbeing Pension for older adults in Mexico, specifically targeting those who have recently turned 65.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Epameinondas Atsaves is the new director of OPEKA

Epameinondas Atsaves has taken over as the new head of the Greek Organization for Welfare Benefits and Social Solidarity (OPEKA).

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

About 20% of the population lives in poverty

A report indicates that approximately 20% of Iceland's population is currently living in poverty.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon Promotes Government Achievements Ahead of Lunar New Year, Focusing on Public Sentiment

President Yoon Suk-yeol has publicized significant government achievements in various sectors ahead of the Lunar New Year, emphasizing economic performance and social welfare.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Heikki Hiilamo's column: Guns or butter โ€“ will the growth of defense spending lead to an explosion of poverty?

The column critiques the Finnish government's cuts to social benefits while increasing defense spending, predicting a worsening poverty crisis.

Feb 15 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

In a small Austrian town, over 70% of social aid recipients are foreigners

In St. Pรถlten, Austria, a significant percentage of social assistance recipients, primarily Syrians and Afghans, are raising concerns about the demographic impact on social services.

Feb 14 โ€ข 22:00 UTC

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