Social Policy
Immigration and the Canadian Welfare State 2011
Fraser Institute
This 62-page publication provides an estimate of the fiscal burden created by recent immigration into Canada and proposes reforms to existing immigrant selection policies to eliminate the burden
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-05-18
Understanding Chinese Society
FPRI
A 3-page US essay on the nature of Chinese society
Social Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-12
Exploring Turkishness: Laicite, Religion and Socio-Political Dissociative Personality Disorder in Turkey
FPC
A 3-page article examining the Turkish state's approach to regulating religion and its role in defining Turkish identity
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-12-11
Family Ties
Fostering Results
A 12-page U.S. report on the advantages of subsidised guardianship by relatives and other caregivers as an alternative to long-term foster care
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-18
Who Can Deliver Sustainable Development?
Foreign Policy Centre
This 4-page UK policy brief examines the problems of economic growth and social stagnation in Latin America
International Development, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-04-14
China's Transforming Society and Foreign Policy
Finnish Institute of International Affairs
This 73-page Finnish report contains three papers dealing, respectively, with insecurities existing in Chinese society, Chinese perceptions of its societal transformation, and an assessment of Chinese foreign policy during the reform era, especially towards the rest of Asia
Foreign Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2005-09-13
Sixty Years after the Magic Carpet Ride
Falk Institute
A 51-page Israeli paper examining the long-run effects of early childhood environment on social and economic outcomes
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-05-17
The Effect of Benefits Level on Take-up Rates: Evidence from a Natural Experiment
Falk Institute
A 31-page Israeli paper investigating the relationship between the lavel of social security benefits and take-up rates
Social Policy, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2007-01-18
Parental Divorce and Adult Family, Social and Psychological Outcomes
FAHCSIA
This 57-page Australian paper examines differences in outcomes for children from divorced compared with intact families of origin
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-06-02
Child Care and Early Education in Australia
FaHCSIA
This 222-page report tracked almost 10,000 children and their families over two years from 2004, to find out detailed information about their lives and experiences
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-02-04
Intergenerational Reliance on Income Support: Psychosocial Factors and their Measurement
FACS - Australia
This 120-page Australian research report identifies 9 psychosocial factors that explain reliance on income support from one generation to another
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-08-02
Welfare and the Labour Market in the E.U.
European Network of Economic Policy Research Institutes
A 22-page occasional paper providing an overview of labour market policies within the E.U. to protect individuals from unemployment
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-07
Occupational Pensions and Industrial Relations
European Industrial Relations Observatory
A comparative examination of occupational pensions in Europe, highlighting their relationship with industrial relations
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-07
Is Social Europe Fit for Globalization?
European Commission
This 223-page study examines whether the European social model is fit to rise to the challenges of globalization
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-22
European Social Policy: What's Wrong with EU2020?
ETUI
A 7-page policy brief critically assessing the EU Commission's 2020 strategy paper on social policy
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-11
Paradigm Shift: Social Justice as a Prerequisite for Sustainable Development
ETUI
This 46-page working paper argues that a new paradigm is needed for European and national policies if the challenge of sustainable development is to be answered
Social Policy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2009-04-23
A Broader, Bolder Approach to Education
EPI et al.
A 5-page US pamphlet advocating an approach to education that is capable of producing a substantial reduction in the current association between social and economic disadvantage and low student achievement (includes links to background papers)
Education, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-09-06
Well-being 2030 - A New Vision for 'Social Europe'
EPC
This 25-page paper presents the key recommendations of a research project aimed to articulate a strategic vision for the long term development of social policy in Europe
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-11
Alternative Tax Benefit Strategies to Support Children in the European Union
ENEPRI
This 45-page working paper compares the strategies of three European countries that have recently reformed their family support systems
Social Policy, Families, Children & YouthPosted: 2007-04-05
Financial Consequences of Widowhood in Europe: Cross-Country and Gender Differences
ENEPRI
This 20-page working paper examines the financial consequences of widowhood in Europe
Social PolicyPosted: 2005-03-17
The Licensing of Sex Work in Australia and New Zealand
Elaw
A 19-page paper comparing the existing systems for licensing sex work in Australia and New Zealand
Crime, Law & Order, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-03-27
Immigration Can Alleviate the Ageing Problem
EIPA
This 4-page article explains how immigration can alleviate the burden that ageing poses for the welfare states of most Western economies
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-11
Governing Diversity: Democratic Solutions in Multicultural Societies
EDG
A 100-page collection of 10 essays discussing how to govern multicultural societies in a democratic manner
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-12-23
More Inequality, Less Social Mobility
ECONRSSS
This 14-page paper investigates the relationship between inequality and intergenerational mobility
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-10-11
The Economic Impact of Local Living Wages
Economic Policy Institute
This 25-page U.S. briefing paper examines the economic impact of local living wage policies in the U.S.
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2006-02-24
Exceptional Returns: Economic, Fiscal and Social Benefits of Investment in Early Childhood Development
Economic Policy Institute
This 54-page U.S. report stresses the benefits of publicly funded early childhood development programmes for the children of low-income families
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-26
Diversity of Communities and Economic Development
Economic Growth Center - Yale
This 20-page US discussion paper reviews the literature on the impact of ethnic diversity on economic development
International Development, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-09-23
Work-Poor Households: The Welfare Implications of Changing Household Employment Patterns
Economic and Social Research Institute
A 7-page executive summary of this study (purchasable in full) of how the situation of "work-poor" households in Ireland was affected by the rapid economic growth of the 1990s
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2004-03-23
Economic Exclusion, Social Exclusion and Social Integration in an Enlarged European Union
Economic and Social Research Institute
A 43-page working paper seeking to combine regional and social exclusion perspectives on economic exclusion in the enlarged EU
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-03-02
Life Chances: Supporting People to Get On in the Labour Market
DWP-UK
A 76-page UK discussion paper examining key trends and issues relevant to the development of skills and employment strategies
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2008-03-21
Pathways to Work from Incapacity Benefit
DWP - UK
This 134-page UK report evaluates a job preparation payment offered to people electing to engage in an activity towards paid employment
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2008-02-06
Child Support Policy: An International Dimension
DWP - UK
A 224-page report providing an overview of the child maintenance systems in 14 countries and comparing these systems with that of the UK
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-04-03
The Impact of Pathways to Work: Research Report 485
DWP - UK
This 108-page UK report examines the impact of the Pathways to Work incapacity reform pilots
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2007-06-19
Factors Influencing Social Mobility
DWP - UK
A 112-page literature review examining what facilitates and inhibits social mobility in the UK
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-08-03
The Impact of Disability Benefits: A Feasibility Study
DWP
This 50-page UK feasibility study into the impact of disability benefits aims to summarise the questions and assess alternative research approaches, with a view to launching more detailed investigations.
Disability, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-04
The Effects of Benefit Sanctions on Lone Parents' Employment Decisions and Moves into Employment
DWP
The findings of a 110-page UK study exploring the effects of benefit sanctions on lone parents' employment decisions
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2008-08-08
Keeping Skills In Hard Times
DSF
A 27-page Australian report offering proposals to promote the maintenance of skills during the economic downturn
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-06
Parental Leave Benefit Reform in Germany: Costs and Labour Market Outcomes of Moving Towards the Scandinavian Model
DIW Berlin
This 25-page discussion paper investigates the impact of German parental leave benefit reform on fertility rates and employment rates of young mothers
Social Policy, Families, Children & YouthPosted: 2006-10-25
The Impact of Household Capital Income on Income Inequality
DIW
A 26-page German paper analyzing the contribution of capital income to income inequality in a cross-country comparison
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
New Directions in the Analysis of Inequality and Poverty
DIW
A 40-page German discussion paper examining major new directions in the analysis of poverty and equality over the past 30-40 years
Poverty & Hunger, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-07-02
Does Parental Unemployment Cause Right-Wing Extremism?
DIW
This 53-page German discussion paper investigates the extent to which the experience of parental unemployment during childhood affects young people's far right-wing attitudes and xenophobia
Social Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-03-01
Tradeoffs Between Equality and Difference: The Crisis of Dutch Multiculturalism in Cross-Channel Perspective
DIIS
This 10-page Danish brief examines the outcomes of Dutch integration policies in a cross-national European perspective
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
Islamic Women's Activism in the Arab World
DIIS
This 81-page Danish report looks at the significance of Islamic women's activism in the Arab world
Regional, Social PolicyPosted: 2012-02-10
Multiculturalism in Denmark and Sweden
DIIS
This 10-page Danish brief compares the policies and practice of multiculturalism and integration in Denmark and Sweden
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
Developing a New Zealand Settlement Knowledge Base
Department of Labour - New Zealand
This 43-page report is the second of a significant settlement research project that aims to identify and measure indicators for the systematic approach that the New Zealand Government has implemented. This approach aims to strengthen settlement outcomes for new migrants and refugees who have come to live and work in New Zealand
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-01-11
The Relationship Between Crime and Gaming Expenditure in Victoria
Department of Justice
This 83-page study investigates the relationship between gaming expenditure and crime in Victoria, Australia, especially income-generating crimes
Crime, Law & Order, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-07-21
A Community for All Ages - Building the Future
Department of Health and Ageing - Australia
This 44-page report contains the findings and recommendations of a speakers series examining the implications of an ageing society on the built environment
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-07-06
Modernising Adult Social Care: What's Working
Department of Health - UK
This 128-page report assesses the progress and outcomes of the process to modernise social services in Britain
Social Policy, HealthPosted: 2007-06-26
Men's Uptake of Family-Friendly Employment Provisions
Department of Family and Community Services - Australian Government
A 221-page policy paper examining the use of family-friendly employment provisions for men in Australia
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-04-30
Measures of Quality and Impact of Publicly Funded Research in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Department of Education, Science and Training - Australia
A 122-page Australian report outlining an innovative model for future assessment of research in the humanities, arts, social sciences and other policy areas
Social PolicyPosted: 2006-07-25
The Current State of Multiculturalism in Canada
Department of Citizenship and Immigration - Canada
This 38-page Canadian report was commissioned to determine which multiculturalism issues are important nationwide and require the development of further research
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-02-21
Reducing Dependency, Increasing Opportunity: Options for the Future of Welfare to Work
Department for Work and Pensions - UK
This 144-page review evaluates progress in the UK's Welfare to Work Programme
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-03-06
Evaluation of the Working Neighbourhoods Pilot: Year One
Department for Work and Pensions - U.K.
This 90-page U.K. report presents interim findings from the first year of the evaluation of the Working Neighbourhoods Pilot, an approach offering intensive support to help people to gain work
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2005-11-22
Review of the Effectiveness of Specialist Courts in Other Jurisdictions
Department for Constitutional Affairs - U.K.
This 83-page U.K. study explores the lessons emerging from the experience of 10 courts in Australia, the U.S. and Canada specialising in drugs, domestic violence, community and mental health problems
Crime, Law & Order, Social PolicyPosted: 2005-05-17
Anti-Social Behaviour Intensive Family Support Projects: An Evaluation of Six Pioneering Projects
Department for Communities and Local Government - UK
The 188-page report of a two-year evaluation of special anti-social behaviour rehabilitation projects
Crime, Law & Order, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-10-17
Evaluating Homelessness Prevention
Department for Communities and Local Government - UK
This 12-page UK research summary offers key findings from research into homelessness prevention
Housing, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-06-14
Millions to the Middle: Three Strategies to Expand the Middle Class
Demos-USA
A 48-page U.S. report offers a long-term policy agenda deesigned to expand the middle class
Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-05
Schools Out: Can Teachers, Social Workers and Health Staff Learn to Live Together?
Demos
A 66-page U.K. report about emerging practice in extended schools and its implications for public services and communities
Education, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-23
Include Me In
Demos
This 25-page U.K. report offers a model for assisting homeless people to return to work and escape exclusion
Social Policy, HousingPosted: 2005-07-05
Care Matters: Time for Change
DEFS
This 144-page White Paper sets out the steps to be taken to improve outcomes for children and young people in care in the UK
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-06-26
Effective Early Intervention for Youth at Risk of Future Poor Outcomes
DCSF
This 137-page UK study reviews and interprets existing evidence for the risk factors associated with poor outcomes for young people
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-10-30
Changing Lives and Places: Lessons from the Cultural Pathfinders
DCMS, LGA
The 20-page evaluation of a UK programme combining culture with local government services to provide innovative solutions for meeting community needs
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-09-24
Payment for Care? Impact on the Economic Situation of the Pensioner in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Great Britain and Germany
Danish National Institute of Social Research
A 39-page working paper examining the economic situation of single pensioners receiving public old age pensions in 6 European countries
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-06-04
Time Series of APW Calculations
Danish National Institute of Social Research
These modules provide a consistent series of impacts on the in-work income of specific family types from different social events such as sickness, unemployment, disability and retirement. Page links to modules for Denmark, Sweden and Finland
Social PolicyPosted: 2004-10-01
Customer Satisfaction, Improving Quality and Access to Services and Supports in Vulnerable Neighborhoods.
CSSP
A 38-page US paper presenting a a framework or set of ideas for using customer satisfaction principles and strategies to improve the quality, responsiveness, and accessibility of public sector and privately provided services in vulnerable communities
Social Policy, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2010-07-12
Dynamic Benefits: Towards Welfare that Works
CSJ
The 20-page executive summary of a UK report presenting a review of the UK benefits system and proposals for a radical recasting of state support for the jobless and low-paid
Social Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2009-11-02
Social Capital in Theory and Practice
CSHE
A 123-page Australian report exploring the use of social capital theory in understanding educational advantage/disadvantage from a public policy development perspective
Education, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-05-28
A Blueprint for Social Care Excellence
CSCI
A UK speech on the role of commissioning in the care of older people
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-12-07
Disconnected Youth: A Look at 16- to 24-Year Olds Who Are Not Working or In School
CRS
An 82-page US report providing context for Congress about the characteristics of disconnected youth, and the circumstances in which they live
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-04-28
Indonesia: "Christianisation" and Intolerance
Crisis Group
With hardline Islamists and Christian evangelicals competing for the same ground, this 20-page policy briefing argues that the Indonesian government needs a strategy to address growing religious intolerance
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-11-30
Palestine: Salvaging Fatah
Crisis Group
This 39-page report examines the current state of the 50-year-old movement which has been the heart of Palestinian nationalism. It argues that while Fatah has begun long-overdue internal reforms to revitalise the movement, much remains to be done. In particular, Fatah’s leaders need to clarify its political strategy if it is to play an effective role in leading Palestinians towards a two-state solution
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-11-12
Indonesia: Trouble Again in Ambon
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines the unrest that followed the death of a Muslim motorcycle taxi driver in Ambon under disputed circumstances and led to seven more deaths, the destruction of more than 150 Muslim and Christian homes and the displacement of thousands
Crime, Law & Order, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-10-04
Unlocking Potential, Transforming Lives: An Evaluation of Crisis SmartSkills, a Personalised Accredited Learning Programme
Crisis
This 58-page UK publication explores the difference that personalised learning alongside access to accommodation made to the lives of people with experience of homelessness
Housing, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-11-13
Staircases, Elevators and Cycles of Change: 'Housing First' and Other Housing Models for Homeless People with Complex Support Needs
Crisis
This 40-page UK study reviews the evidence base regarding the effectiveness of both orthodox and innovative models of supported housing for homeless people with complex support needs. The study assessed existing evidence regarding what works for homeless people with complex support needs and drew together lessons learned in other developed countries
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-07-26
The Hidden Truth about Homelessness: Experiences of Single Homelessness in England
Crisis
This 74-page UK study aims to expose the extent of hidden homelessness, explore the experiences and needs of single homeless people who are hidden and identify the consequences of living in such marginalised and insecure circumstances
Housing, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-05-19
Canada’s Hidden Deficit: The Social Cost of Low Literacy Skills
CPRN
A 45-page Canadian study exploring the social costs of low literacy
Education, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-24
Homelessness in Canada: Past, Present, Future
CPRN
This 13-page Canadian paper looks at the evolution of the set of social problems we now call homelessness and the efforts of governments and communities to address them
Housing, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-19
Federal Affirmative Action Law: A Brief History
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page report tracing how U.S. courts have dealt with affirmative action legislation
Social PolicyPosted: 2005-09-26
Strengthening Canada: The Socio-Economic Benefits of Sport Participation in Canada
Conference Board of Canada
This 60-page Canadian report deals with the benefits of sports participation in terms of health, education, social cohesion and the economy
Social PolicyPosted: 2005-09-14
Improving Opportunity, Strengthening Society: Two Years on
Communities and Local Government - UK
The 111-page progress report on the UK government's strategy for promoting race equality and community cohesion
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-08-08
REACH: An Independent Report to Government on Raising the Aspirations and Attainment of Black Boys and Young Black Men
Communities and Local Government - UK
This 85-page UK report offers recommendations on what the government can do to help black boys and young black men to raise their aspirations and attainment
Social PolicyPosted: 2007-08-16
The Path to a High Performance U.S. Health System: A 2020 Vision and the Policies to Pave the Way
Commonwealth Fund
This 122-page US report offers recommendations for a comprehensive set of insurance, payment, and system reforms that could guarantee affordable coverage for all by 2012, improve health outcomes, and slow health spending growth by $3 trillion by 2020—if enacted now to start in 2010
Health, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-09-14
Australia's Ageing Population: Fiscal, Labour Market and Social Implications
Committee of Economic Development of Australia
A 9-page overview of this report, which analyses the effects of demographic change and presents a range of policy measures designed to minimise the effects of an ageing population
Ageing, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-03-10
Work for the Dole: Obligation or Opportunity?
Committee for Economic Development of Australia
A 7-page examination of the effectiveness of Australia
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2004-01-29
The State of Social Care in England 2004-05
Commission for Social Care Inspection - UK
A 127-page report on the state of social care services in England (single page linking to all sections)
Social Policy, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2005-12-13
Supporting Parents, Safeguarding Children
Commission for Social Care Inspection
This 60-page UK report finds that the situation of children at risk can be improved by providing improved support for their parents
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-02-14
Community Cohesion Impact Assessment and Community Conflict Prevention Tool
CLG- UK
A 24-page UK guidance tool designed for local authorities to test whether planned activitiies are likely to have a positive impact on community cohesion
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-02-06
Community Cohesion and Neighbourhood Management
CLG
A 34-page UK report exploring the role that neighbourhood management can play in promoting community cohesion
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-10-06
Tackling Worklessness: A Review of the Contribution and Role of Local Authorities and Partnerships
CLG
An 82-page UK report on tackling worklessness. It contains recommendations on how multi-agency and cross-sector local partnerships can best tackle worklessness in their communities
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2009-03-04
Child Care Assistance Helps Families Work: A Review of the Effects of Subsidy Receipt on Employment
CLASP
This 7-page US policy brief examines the effects of child care subsidies
Social Policy, Families, Children & YouthPosted: 2006-04-07
Opportunity at Work: Improving Job Quality
CLASP
This 24-page US paper describes the state of job quality in the US and makes the case for improvement
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2007-09-14
We Dream A World: The 2025 Vision for Black Men and Boys
CLASP
This 60-page US report identifies concrete policy solutions to close educational achievement gaps, ensure workforce success, reduce health disparities, improve conditions for low-income fathers and improve the overall well being of black men, their families, and communities
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-01-28
Fatally Flawed: The Child Protection Crisis in Australia
CIS
A 40-page Australian monograph examining the child protection crisis in New South Wales
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-07-05
What are Low-ability Workers to do When Unskilled Jobs Disappear?
CIS
A 19-page Australian issue paper examining the employment prospects of low-ability workers
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social PolicyPosted: 2008-01-21
On Two Critical Issues in China's Social-Economic Development
China Development Institute
A speech arguing that China's economy challenges traditional economic theory and discussing social policy in terms of balancing equity and efficiency
Social PolicyPosted: 2004-04-25
Right Response: Understanding and Countering Populist Extremism in Europe
Chatham House
This 46-page UK report examines the drivers behind the support for populist extremist parties and considers possible political responses
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-09-22
Toward Results-Based Social Policy Design and Implementation
CGD
This 42-page US paper shows how Mexico has improved the evidence base for public policy in a number of ways
International Development, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-04-20
Safe and Supportive Families and Communities for Children
CFCA
This 17-page paper reviews the research on building safe and supportive families and communities for children in Australia
Families, Children & Youth, Social PolicyPosted: 2012-04-13
Workforce or Workfare?
CESifo
This working paper explores the use of workfare as part of an optimal tax mix when labor supply responses are along the extensive margin
Social Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2011-06-10
Beyond the Classroom: Using Title IX to Measure the Return to High School Sports
CESifo
This 45-page working paper examines the causal implications of an expansion in female sports participation in high schools
Education, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-03-19