Active Unemployment: A Cross-national Comparative Study of Work-Oriented Policies

Author: International Social Security Association
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Over the past 10 years, the policy frameworks for social protection of unemployed persons in modern welfare states have undergone significant changes. This book provides a detailed analysis of various new policy trends in mobilizing the of unemployed persons in 9 countries, namely the United Kingdom, France, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States. The research on each country in the book offers a systematic and comprehensive overview of the background, design, implementation, and outcomes of work-oriented policy measures in that country, enabling us to compare the organized and planned responses of these countries to common challenges. By elaborating on the experiences of these countries, each chapter aims to broaden our perspectives on policy choices and deepen our understanding of the issues arising in the process of mobilizing the of unemployed persons, as well as better utilize the lessons learned.