Social policies

• Living Standards

  • his policies to redistribute wealth were very successful- ended rural unemployment, prices on basic goods kept low, and rationing ensured fair distribution
  • improvements in living standards for the rural poor was outstanding
• Healthcare

  • one of the most successful social policy areas for Castro's government
  • healthcare services established as a right of every Cuban and free healthcare expanded
  • economic advances resulted in advances in health care
• Housing

  • before 1959, only 15% of rural inhabitants had running water and only 9% had electricity.
  • ssome inefficients by constructin industry since government gave more priority to building of hospitals and schools.
  • however many housing united were built.
• Education

  • his government made education a top priority, achieving near-universal literacy through campaigns like the National Literacy Campaign of 1961.
• Education

  • the government provided free eduaction at all levels, including universities, emphasised technical and vocational training to meet the needs of the economy.
• Social Welfare

  • the Cuban government under Castro implemented various social welfare programs to provide assistance to vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, disabled, and low-income families.
• Social Welfare

  • his programs included pensions, disability benefits, and scoail assistance programs to ensure basic needs were met for all citizens.
• Gender Equality

  • promoted gender equality and women's rights through legislative measures and social programs.
• Gender equality

  • women were encouraged to participate in the workforce and were granted rights such as equal pay for equal work and access to education and healthcare services.
• Gender equality

  • Cuba also implemented policies to combat discrimination and violence against women.
• Cultural Policy

  • Castro's government placed a strong emphasis on culture and the arts, promoting cultural expression and preserving Cuba's cultural heritage.
• Cultural policy

  • the government supported artistic endeavors through funding, education, and institutional supports for cultural institutions such as theatres, museums, and art schools.