The "Mujeres con Bienestar" program, operated by the State of Mexico, is set to continue its bimonthly financial support for women through 2025. Beneficiaries will receive 2,500 pesos, but significant changes in eligibility criteria will affect many participants.
Launched to improve the economic stability of women aged 18 to 64 living under poverty conditions, the program's goal is to empower participants economically and socially, providing not just monetary assistance but access to health services and legal advice as well. The program particularly targets marginalized groups, including heads of families, indigenous women, and victims of domestic violence.
For 2025, the program will implement stricter eligibility requirements. Affected by these changes, women who turn 65 will no longer be eligible for the support as the age limit has been set at 64. This aims to allocate resources more effectively to those most in need, particularly to the aforementioned vulnerable groups.
According to recent announcements from authorities, the first bimonthly payment for the new year is scheduled to take place by the end of February or early March. The specific payment dates will be organized by surname, beginning with beneficiaries whose last names start with A to D, and continuing down the alphabet.
Importantly, many current beneficiaries may lose access to the support due to factors including their age, changes in residential status outside the State of Mexico, or failure to re-register this year. The government has clarified these exclusions to prevent program misallocation and to reassess financial need for its resources.
The government agency behind the program is the Secretaría del Bienestar del Edomex, which has committed to releasing additional information as it becomes available. Women interested in continuing to receive assistance should remain vigilant for announcements concerning re-registration and future opportunities, which will not open until priority has been provided to applications submitted during 2023 and 2024.
To inquire about payment status, beneficiaries can visit the official "Mujeres con Bienestar" webpage, navigate to the balance check section, and follow simple instructions to verify their support eligibility and payment details.
Despite these rigorous changes and additional requirements, the commitment remains to support the most vulnerable women—those without adequate financial means and lacking security access. The program is not merely about financial support; it is aimed at fostering independence and improving quality of life.
Overall, the refinements to the "Mujeres con Bienestar" program highlight the government's effort to refine resources and support to those who fit the designated demographic, fostering not only welfare but also advancing the cause for economic equality among women residing within the State of Mexico.