Integrated Social Policy Report V - United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia

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ESCWA Publication: E/ESCWA/SDD/2013/1


Country: Arab region

Publication Type: Reports & studies

Cluster: 2030 Agenda and SDG Coordination

Focus Area: Governance & enabling environment, Inclusive development, Future of employment, Population dynamics & migration

Initiatives: Reforming social protection systems

SDGs: Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords: Arab countries, Employment, Private sector, Public sector, Public welfare, Social policy, Social security, Social welfare, Statistical data, Unemployment, Religious institutions, Social services, Islamic ethics

Integrated Social Policy Report V

January 2013

Governments and societies are aware of their need to find more sustainable ways to solve structural socioeconomic as well as political problems. Changes in the policy sphere may open the way for a different approach to social development that will be more inclusive of people of all ages, regions and income groups and grant more equitable access to social protection and social services.
The present report explores the prevailing welfare mix in Arab countries, the contribution of different private sector enterprises and civil society actors to social protection and social services, and the advantages and difficulties emerging from this situation. It does not aim to provide a comprehensive inventory but rather looks at issues such as education or health-care services on the basis of examples from selected countries.

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