Social Protection System

In BiH, inconsistencies in regulations create unequal access to rights in the social protection systems.

The unequal access to maternity benefits in BiH, disproportionately affecting unemployed mothers, calls for a harmonised approach that will be supported through this Reform. Equally, the development of a social card will streamline access to social benefits, enhance transparency, and optimize service delivery.

Steps

3.3.1.1. Action plan for country-wide harmonisation and strengthening of parental leave in place, in accordance with competences The collaboration of key stakeholders under this Step will help to propose measures to establish equal grounds for exercising rights and to ensure equal treatment and equal rights for all mothers in BiH.

3.3.1.2. Adopt pending legislation and regulation to implement social card Stakeholder engagement and coordination will ensure that each responsible level of authority approves legislation in a harmonised manner.

3.3.1.3. 100% of the beneficiaries of social transfers covered by the social card to ensure targeting of social benefits in line with needs To streamline regulations, enhance data systems, and improve service delivery mechanisms will be key to achieve this Step.