Inequality and Public Policy: Towards Visible Equality and Equal Opportunity

The book focuses on visible inequalities in housing, health, and education, and policy initiatives to address them. It provides evidence on inequalities in income, gender, and wealth, as well as education, health, and housing, and discusses policy initiatives and their effectiveness. Seventeen countries are chosen for focus, with seven given special focus, accounting for over half the world's population.

Format: Hardback
Length: 90 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The authors of this book delve into the profound issue of visible inequalities in housing, health, and education, and the policy initiatives aimed at addressing these disparities. They provide readers with a comprehensive summary of evidence on inequalities, encompassing not only income, gender, and wealth but also education, health, and housing. Through the presentation of temporal and cross-country trends, as well as the policy initiatives employed to minimize these inequalities, the authors offer valuable insights into the complex dynamics of these issues.

Furthermore, the book delves into policy initiatives and provides clarity on what works, what does not, and what may be useful when formulating public policies. Seventeen countries were chosen for focus based on their significant contribution to the global population, with seven of these countries receiving special attention, collectively accounting for over half of the world's population. This focused approach ensures a comprehensive examination of the global landscape of visible inequalities and equal opportunity.

The book is an invaluable resource for students and professionals interested in the study of visible inequalities and equal opportunity. It offers current research and insights into the prospects for reducing these disparities, fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing societies worldwide. By examining the evidence presented in this book, readers can gain a better grasp of the complex factors contributing to inequality and develop strategies for promoting greater equity and fairness.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367181284