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Snakes and Ladders, Buffers and Passports: Rethinking Poverty, Vulnerability and Wellbeing

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  • Andy Sumner & Rich Mallett, 2011. "Snakes and Ladders, Buffers and Passports: Rethinking Poverty, Vulnerability and Wellbeing," Working Papers 83, International Policy Centre for Inclusive Growth.
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