This book provides a comprehensive analysis of contemporary social policy issues, debates, and reforms across various countries and contexts. Edited by Stephan Köppe, Andrea Parma, and Bożena Sojka, it features contributions from multiple scholars examining topics such as poverty audits in UK election manifestos, German pension and labor market reforms, gender roles in Austrian families, housing satisfaction in Lithuania, and the intersection of social, economic, and environmental factors in Swedish healthcare. The book adopts comparative perspectives on social policy, highlighting regional differences and challenges in areas like family support, welfare systems, and participatory research. It is intended for academics, policymakers, and students interested in social sciences, sociology, and public policy, aiming to foster critical discourse and innovation in addressing societal inequalities and policy effectiveness. |