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The dialogue about changes to Bolsa Família amounts will only begin in 2024. This was made explicit by Wellington Dias, head of the Ministry of Social Development and the Fight Against Hunger, at a conference for journalists.
This conference followed the celebrations marking two decades of the program. In the context of the celebration, the minister pointed out that multiple variables influence the decision to modify the benefit.
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These include the current price of food, fluctuations in the minimum wage, and economic indicators such as exchange rate variations and the appreciation of the dollar.
In July, information began circulating about a probable 4% increase in Bolsa Família for the following year.
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The common assumption was that such an adjustment would be included in the 2024 Annual Budget Bill, which was submitted to Congress on the last day of August.
However, upon scrutinizing the submitted bill, the absence of the aforementioned adjustment was observed.
Paulo Bijos, responsible for the Federal Budget portfolio, pointed out that the omission of this adjustment from the bill does not indicate disregard for Bolsa Família.
For a broader overview of the topic, we invite you to consult carefully prepared material for your information.
20th anniversary of Bolsa Família
On the 20th of a recent Friday, Bolsa Família celebrated two decades, being recognized as one of the most prominent resource transfer mechanisms.
Established in 2002, during the administration of former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, this program now reaches a vast number of Brazilian households, totaling approximately 21.4 million across the country. The average payment is R$ 688.97 per month.
Coordinated by the Ministry of Development and Social Assistance, Family and the Fight Against Hunger, its purpose is to amalgamate different social welfare policies.
Its central scope is to ensure that vulnerable families can enjoy vital rights, including healthcare, education, and social support services.
The milestone was celebrated at the Ministry of Social Development, with the participation of notable figures, including Wellington Dias, Marina Silva, and Rita Serrano.
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Additionally, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, visionary behind Bolsa Família, joined the event via online broadcast. Recovering from medical procedures, Lula was at the Palácio da Alvorada.
In his remarks, Lula underscored Bolsa Família’s crucial role in combating food insecurity and reaffirmed his commitment to eliminating hunger in Brazil by the end of his term in 2026.
Focus on investments for young people
Since its reformulation in March 2023, Bolsa Família has increased its contributions, primarily targeting children and adolescents.
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Recently, in October, the program introduced the Nutritional Nursing Family Variable Benefit, adding R$ 50 for households with newborns up to 6 months old.
This initiative seeks to improve the nutrition of breastfeeding infants, reaching approximately 280,000 babies. The investment amounts to R$ 13.9 million.
Additionally, the Early Childhood Benefit (BPI) will provide resources to 9.58 million children aged 0 to 6, valued at R$ 150. It represents a government investment of R$ 1.36 billion.
It is relevant to mention that other programs have also received increased funding. The total amount distributed by Bolsa Família in October reaches a remarkable R$ 2.11 billion.
It should be emphasized that these amounts focus on the well-being of babies, children, adolescents, and pregnant women throughout the nation.
In summary, Bolsa Família is key to promoting equity and reducing poverty in our country, enabling access to essential services and fostering the education and health of millions of young citizens.
