Emphasizing the role of local government in regulating and providing employment and social services, political and other social scientists cite three case studies in each of six European countries rep
When discussing inequality and poverty in Hong Kong, scholars and politicians often focus on the failures of government policy and push for an increase in social welfare. Richard Wong argues in Fixing
Each entry indicates the meaning or range of meanings of a word then sets it in context, outlining its application in welfare, in legislation, policy and controversy.
This book presents a new dimension of the lives of the zainichi Koreans in Japan and the development of social policy for an ageing society. Using Aera, (a non-profit North Korean welfare organisation
A brief text presenting conflicts and controversies surrounding social welfare policy. This book is part of the Connecting Core Competencies Series. This series helps students understand and mas
Focuses on values and the historical impact of socio-economic structures Understanding Social Welfare: A Search for Social Justice is presented in an organized, comprehensive, and scholarly mann