Childhood Poverty And Social Exclusion

Author : Tess Ridge
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2002-10-02
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781861343628

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Childhood Poverty and Social Exclusion by Tess Ridge Pdf

Childhood poverty has moved from the periphery to the centre of the policy agenda following New Labour's pledge to end it within twenty years. However, whether the needs and concerns of poor children themselves are being addressed is open to question. The findings raise critical issues for both policy and practice - in particular the finding that children are at great risk of experiencing exclusion within school. School has been a major target in the drive towards reducing child poverty. However, the policy focus has been mainly about literacy standards and exclusion from school. This book shows that poor children are suffering from insufficient access to the economic and material resources necessary for adequate social participation and academic parity. Childhood poverty and social exclusion will be an invaluable teaching aid across a range of academic courses, including social policy, sociology, social work and childhood studies. All those who are interested in developing a more inclusive social and policy framework for understanding childhood issues from a child-centred perspective, including child welfare practitioners and policy makers, will want to read this book. Studies in poverty, inequality and social exclusion series Series Editor: David Gordon, Director, Townsend Centre for International Poverty Research. Poverty, inequality and social exclusion remain the most fundamental problems that humanity faces in the 21st century. This exciting series, published in association with the Townsend Centre for International Poverty Research at the University of Bristol, aims to make cutting-edge poverty related research more widely available. For other titles in this series, please follow the series link from the main catalogue page.

Author : Alfred J. Kahn,Sheila B. Kamerman
Publisher : Institute for Child and Family Policy
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Marginality, Social
ISBN : 0972258906

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Beyond Child Poverty by Alfred J. Kahn,Sheila B. Kamerman Pdf

Author : Esther Dermott,Gill Main,Bramley, Glen,Bailey, Nick
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781447334224

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Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK by Esther Dermott,Gill Main,Bramley, Glen,Bailey, Nick Pdf

How can we measure poverty in the United Kingdom today, and which measures are most reliable? Is poverty related to other problems and disadvantages? Based on the largest research study on UK poverty ever commissioned, these fascinating volumes answer these questions and more, providing the most authoritative and up-to-date picture ever assembled of poverty throughout the four countries of the United Kingdom. Using state-of-the-art measurement methods, Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK looks across geography, time, and key domains like health, employment, and housing to make enlightening--and sometimes shocking--comparisons. In the second volume, contributors consider different aspects of disadvantage, from access to local services, the world of work, the quality of housing and neighborhoods, and physical and mental health. They also look at wider aspects of social and community life, as well as participation in civic and political activities.

Author : Phil Agulnik
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0199251940

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Understanding Social Exclusion by Phil Agulnik Pdf

This text explores the issue of social exclusion, considering its measurement, main determinants, and ways in which it may be reduced. The editors show how a focus on the topic may alter the relevant policy questions by fostering debate in government.

Author : Pantazis, Christina,Gordon, David,Ruth Levitas
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2006-01-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781861343734

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Poverty and Social Exclusion in Britain by Pantazis, Christina,Gordon, David,Ruth Levitas Pdf

Includes statistical tables and graphs.

Author : Dave Backwith
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780335245864

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Social Work, Poverty and Social Exclusion by Dave Backwith Pdf

What do we mean by the terms "poverty" and "social exclusion" in 21st century Britain? What impact do continuing austerity measures have on low-income families? How can social workers support and empower service users to escape poverty? An understanding of social division, social exclusion, and poverty is fundamental to the ethos of social work. This book relates poverty and social exclusion to social work practice, offering a fresh approach to the challenges social workers face in helping clients out of poverty.The book begins by examining the challenges posed by growing poverty set against cuts in services and tightening eligibility criteria. The book argues that the impact social exclusion and poverty has on service user's lives requires social workers to gain a greater awareness of both concepts and their relationship to social work practice. Chapters consider topical issues such as the role poverty plays in child protection issues, and the dilemmas social workers face in working with asylum seekers. A theme of the book is inequalities in health: that most service users suffer more illness, disability and premature death, because they are poor and excluded. Focused on what social workers can do in their practice to address social exclusion, the book supports students in developing relationship-based and community-oriented approaches that can actively alleviate poverty. Key features of the book include: Numerous quotations and vignettes give insights into social workers' and service users' real experiences. "What Do You Think?" exercises encourage students to actively engage with the issues and think critically about their understanding of poverty. Reflective questions are included to spark lively debate around ethics, beliefs and values. This book is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate social work students at all levels. It will also be a key resource for sociology and social policy students seeking an understanding of poverty. "Dave Backwith's new book should be required reading for every social work student, as well as by managers, policy makers and experienced practitioners." Paul Bywaters, Professor of Social Work, Coventry University "Dave Backwith provides social work with a strong values-based argument for politically engaged practice to address poverty and social exclusion. The book is informed by ecological and health inequalities perspectives and with chapters on children and families, older people and mental health, should be essential reading for all social workers." Kate Karban, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Bradford, Co-convenor, Social Work and Health Inequalities Network, 2010-2014 "This book provides a comprehensive review of theory, research and policy on poverty and social exclusion. It identifies the forces which have narrowed social work's responses to poor people, and how practice could become more generous and imaginative." Bill Jordan, Professor of Social Work, Plymouth University, UK "Dave Backwith has successfully argued that social workers need to practice with a full appreciation of the impact of poverty and social exclusion on the people who need their assistance. This is, as he argues, essential for all areas of social work. His book therefore represents essential reading for all connected to the delivery of social work, students, practitioners and managers alike." Mark Lymbery, University of Nottingham, UK

Author : Mark Cronin,Karen Argent,Chris Collett
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781315511672

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Poverty and Inclusion in Early Years Education by Mark Cronin,Karen Argent,Chris Collett Pdf

Poverty and Inclusion in Early Years Education will help practitioners to understand the experiences of young children who are living in poverty. It examines the potentially devastating impact of poverty and social exclusion on children’s chances in later life, and considers recent policy and practice reforms which have recognised the critical role played by early years settings and practitioners in guaranteeing a secure foundation for children’s future attainment. The book explores the historical, political and legal aspects of policy on poverty and social exclusion, before offering guidance on how practitioners can help to address the inequalities caused by poverty and break the cycle of deprivation. Chapters go on to address the practicalities of working with children, families and agencies to create an inclusive early years environment, and focus on issues including: developing effective partnerships with families collaborating with outside agencies encouraging awareness of different socio-economic backgrounds. With case studies, reflective questions and further reading included throughout to help the reader to apply the ideas to their own practice, the book will be an invaluable resource for early years practitioners, students, and all those wishing to promote social inclusion and tackle the impact of social exclusion and poverty in early years settings.

Author : E. Kay M. Tisdall
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2006-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 186134662X

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Children, Young People and Social Inclusion by E. Kay M. Tisdall Pdf

Social inclusion and participation have become policy mantras in the UK and Europe. As these concepts are being translated into policies and practice, it is a critical time to examine their interpretation, implementation and impacts. This book asks how far and in what way social inclusion policies are meeting the needs of children and young people.

Author : Esther Dermott,Gill Main,Glen Bramley,Nick Bailey (Professor of urban studies)
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Marginality, Social
ISBN : 9781447332152

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Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK. by Esther Dermott,Gill Main,Glen Bramley,Nick Bailey (Professor of urban studies) Pdf

How can we measure poverty in the United Kingdom today, and which measures are most reliable? Is poverty related to other problems and disadvantages? Based on the largest research study on UK poverty ever commissioned, these fascinating volumes answer these questions and more, providing the most authoritative and up-to-date picture ever assembled of poverty throughout the four countries of the United Kingdom. Using state-of-the-art measurement methods, Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK looks across geography, time, and key domains like health, employment, and housing to make enlightening-and sometimes shocking-comparisons. Volume One focuses on assessing poverty through the lens of a wide range of groups, reporting on the living standards of older and younger people, parents and children, ethnic groups, and disabled people-as well as on the differing impacts of political intervention. --

Author : Maria Petmesidou
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783838269122

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Child Poverty, Youth (Un)Employment, and Social Inclusion by Maria Petmesidou Pdf

Worldwide child and youth poverty remain the biggest barrier to achieving a better life in adulthood. Progress in lifting children out of poverty in the last decades has been slow and limited in the developing world, while the recent global economic crisis has exacerbated child poverty, youth unemployment, and social exclusion in many developed countries. This book critically examines the long-term consequences of growing up poor, the close linkages between deprivation and human rights violations in childhood and adolescence, and their effects on labor market entry and future career in a number of developing and developed countries. Drawing on multiple disciplinary perspectives, it makes a forceful case for the eradication of child poverty to take center stage in the Sustainable Development Goals.

Author : Minujin, Alberto,Nandy, Shailen
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781447312765

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Global child poverty and well-being by Minujin, Alberto,Nandy, Shailen Pdf

Child poverty is a central and present part of global life, with hundreds of millions of children around the world enduring tremendous suffering and deprivation of their most basic needs. Despite its long history, research on poverty and development has only relatively recently examined the issue of child poverty as a distinct topic of concern. This book brings together theoretical, methodological and policy-relevant contributions by leading researchers on international child poverty. With a preface from Sir Richard Jolly, Former Assistant Secretary General of the United Nations, it examines how child poverty and well-being are now conceptualized, defined and measured, and presents regional and national level portraits of child poverty around the world, in rich, middle income and poor countries. The book's ultimate objective is to promote and influence policy, action and the research agenda to address one of the world's great ongoing tragedies: child poverty, marginalization and inequality.

Author : Lucinda Platt
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-01-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781861345837

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Discovering Child Poverty by Lucinda Platt Pdf

Providing an at-a-glance guide to social change in the UK at the start of the new millennium, this book offers comparisons with the findings of the previous Census a decade ago. Many maps covering different topics illustrate the state of UK society today and how it is changing.

Author : Nóirín Hayes
Publisher : Combat Poverty Agency
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Early childhood education
ISBN : 9781905485581

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The role of early childhood care and education by Nóirín Hayes Pdf

Author : Jones, Nicola A.,Sumner, Andy
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011-02-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781847424471

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Child poverty, evidence and policy by Jones, Nicola A.,Sumner, Andy Pdf

Available Open Access under CC-BY-NC licence. This book is about the opportunities and challenges involved in mainstreaming knowledge about children in international development policy and practice. It focuses on the ideas, networks and institutions that shape the development of evidence about child poverty and wellbeing, and the use of such evidence in development policy debates. It also pays particular attention to the importance of power relations in influencing the extent to which children's voices are heard and acted upon by international development actors. The book weaves together theory, mixed method approaches and case studies spanning a number of policy sectors and diverse developing country contexts in Africa, Asia and Latin America. It therefore provides a useful introduction for students and development professionals who are new to debates on children, knowledge and development, whilst at the same time offering scholars in the field new methodological and empirical insights.

Author : Maggie Lau
Publisher : The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789629967888

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Poverty in a Rich Society by Maggie Lau Pdf

Hong Kong has remained a wealthy financial hub despite its exportoriented economy being adversely interrupted by the challenging global economic uncertainties and vulnerabilities that have occurred since the late 1990s. Yet, Hong Kong's income inequality is greater than that in any developed economy. The growing unequal income distribution and poverty in Hong Kong have aroused public concern. This book is a timely and important opportunity to advance the theory and practice of poverty and social exclusion measurement, and to conduct policy relevant analyses in Hong Kong. This collection was inspired by the workshop formed one key research output of the Poverty and Social Exclusion in Hong Kong (PSEHK) project funded by the Research Grants Council and the UK Economic and Social Research Council. It is hoped that this collection will inspire comparative research and policy analyses for better policy initiatives.