Social quality: from theory to indicators

"This book provides the most up to date account of the concept of social quality. Developed originally as a response to the promotion of neo-liberal policies in Europe, the idea has been taken up and applied in China and East Asia. This book is the key reference point for the continuing spread...

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Institution:ETUI-European Trade Union Institute
Format: TEXT
Language:English
Published: Basingstoke 2011
Palgrave Macmillan
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Online Access:https://www.labourline.org/KENTIKA-19135347124919535299-Social-quality-from-theory-to-.htm
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description "This book provides the most up to date account of the concept of social quality. Developed originally as a response to the promotion of neo-liberal policies in Europe, the idea has been taken up and applied in China and East Asia. This book is the key reference point for the continuing spread and adoption of the concept. It develops the theoretical foundations of social quality and locates it within the main theoretical frameworks of western social science. It provides a clear account of the methods for measuring social quality which includes the initial indicators developed by a major European research project. It includes an in-depth analysis of the four core components of social quality: socio-economic security, social cohesion, social inclusion and social empowerment. Then it applies the concept of social quality to some of the most pressing policy challenges, including the future of the European Union and sustainability. Its theory, methods and compelling arguments in favour of social justice are essential for students studying a wide variety of social sciences and policy makers and general readers interested in creating a more socially just society."
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physical XIII,322 p.
Paper
publishDate 2011
publisher Basingstoke
Palgrave Macmillan
spellingShingle quality of life
social indicator
social protection
social research
social sciences
Social quality: from theory to indicators
title Social quality: from theory to indicators
topic quality of life
social indicator
social protection
social research
social sciences
url https://www.labourline.org/KENTIKA-19135347124919535299-Social-quality-from-theory-to-.htm