text: caring for children. At the present time $US 600,000 are distributed each month in order to supplement the income of poor families. Housing improvement aimed at mothers in the community The Agricultural Credit Institute has played an active role in connection with the set of measures implemented by State bodies, and in conjunction with mothers or individuals within the community who have been given prior training, in promoting the physical, cultural and social development of children under seven from sectors of extreme poverty. In order to carry out these programmes the Government intends this year to adopt a law to facilitate urban development. In 1987 the E/1986/4/Add.25 page 22 Government launched its human settlements policy which acknowledges that families are entitled not only to a place to sleep, but also to a space within which they may pursue their family life, carry out their economic activities and interact with society as a whole. The Agricultural Credit Institute, in conjunction with other Government bodies such as the Central Mortgage Bank and the National Apprenticeship Service, has undertaken a plan for the construction and improvement of housing in 10 departments aimed at the neediest sectors of the population. It has also entered into agreements with the armed forces and municipalities for the improvement of sub-standard housing in their infrastructure works. 3. BASIC EDUCATION FOR ALL The Basic Education for All Programme equips citizens from the poorest strata, whatever their age or physical and intellectual condition, with the necessary skills to take part in the life of society and to achieve a more satisfactory individual development. 4. PROVISION OF BASIC GOODS The objective of this programme is to overcane nutrition deficiencies among the poorest members of the population; to improve the overall conditions of the supply of food and 
analysis: The text appears to focus on social and economic initiatives aimed at improving the living conditions of poor families, particularly in terms of housing, education, and nutrition. It highlights the efforts of government institutions and organizations to provide basic services and infrastructure to vulnerable populations.