Examining the role of religious welfare, particularly of Islam in the Middle East, Jawad (social policy, U. of Kent) seeks to illuminate social welfare practices and institutions in the Islamic tradit
This original book makes a timely—and potentially controversial—contribution to social policy debates. Rana Jawad examines the workings of religious welfare organizations from the world’s major faiths
This original book makes a timely—and potentially controversial—contribution to social policy debates. Rana Jawad examines the workings of religious welfare organizations from the world’s major faiths
"Rana Jawad gives a voice for ordinary Libyans."—The Guardian"A chilling account of real life through an insurgency."—Paul Kenyon, BBCEarly in 2011 Rana Jawad found herself the last British journalist
Social policy in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has evolved significantly over the last decade. Focusing on three key dimensions - allocation, membership, and entitlement - and the way these
