Social Policy in a Development Context

Kangas, O.; Palme, J.

This volume examines the relationship between Nordic social policy and economic development from a comparative perspective. It identifies the driving forces behind the development of the Nordic welfare model and the problems and dilemmas the model is facing at present. The book also traces the link between democratization and social policy, drawing attention to the role of the state and non-governmental organizations. Social Policy and Economic Development in the Nordic Countries examines Nordic social policies on unemployment, social care, family, education and health care policies, and reviews future challenges of the welfare state in the information society.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2005-07-01

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781403941633

DOI: 10.1057/9780230523500

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 326