Youth in Costa Rica and social investment in it, 2022

The report analyzes the evolution of social spending targeting Costa Rican youth between 2017 and 2021. It examines budget allocations for key programs such as Avancemos and Crecemos, their coverage, impacts, and persistent gaps, especially among populations living in poverty or vulnerability. It offers comparative data, technical evidence, and recommendations to strengthen investment in youth from a perspective of social justice, sustainability, and territorial equity.