Valores y normas que dan forma a la política colombiana para la reducción de la pobreza – Red Unidos

Abstract

This article aimed to unveil the values and norms that shape the Colombian policy to reduce extreme poverty – Red Unidos 2006-2017. A documentary review that include Colombian normative documents where emerges or modifies the policy and international policy documents aimed to develop policies to reduce poverty at XXI century was made, also semi-structured interviews to key political actors to Red Unidos design. We found the poverty reduce it is part of the global agenda. Focalization and articulation of social programs aimed to poor people are a State mechanism to be more efficient. As well, it seeks to achieve a competitive and productive society, for that purpose, the economic growth, consolidation of a competitive labor market, and job training for poor people, are the principles of action who guides the policy.