Social quality : from theory to indicators

This collection sets out the latest research on the concept of 'social quality', developing its theoretical foundations and applying it to pressing policy issues such as the future of the European Union and sustainable global development

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Maesen, Laurent van der (Author), Walker, Alan , 1949- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Palgrave Macmillan , c2012
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300 |a xiii, 322 p. :   |b ill. ;   |c 23cm. 
504 |a Includes bibliographical references (p. 275-311) and index 
505 0 |a 1. European and global challenges -- 2. Theoretical foundations -- 3. Conceptual location of social quality -- 4. Social quality indicators -- 5. Socio-economic security -- 6. Social cohesion -- 7. Social inclusion -- 8. Social empowerment -- 9. The functions of social quality indicators -- 9. Conclusion : Social quality and sustainability 
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700 1 |a Walker, Alan ,   |d 1949- ,   |e author 
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