Systemic Inequality, Sustainability and COVID-19

The global spread of COVID-19 has had devastating effects on countries worldwide, affecting population health, economy, politics, and sustainable development. Systemic Inequality, Sustainability, and COVID-19 explores the consequences and interactions of COVID-19 with social inequalities and environmental management, highlighting the impact on disadvantaged populations and environmental sustainability. This edited collection is essential for understanding countries' progress and development during and after the pandemic.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

The global spread of COVID-19 has had far-reaching and devastating consequences on countries worldwide, impacting various aspects of society, including population health, the economy, politics, and sustainable development. This pandemic has exposed deep-rooted systemic inequalities, exacerbated sustainability challenges, and created a unique opportunity to engage in a critical dialogue on the interconnectedness of COVID-19 with social inequalities and environmental management.

The pandemic has caused immense disruption to personal lives, families, businesses, national health systems, education, the economy, and sustainable development. Its impact is particularly pronounced among disadvantaged populations, as the pandemic has amplified the existing social inequalities and environmental justice issues that exist in both developed and developing countries. Recognizing the urgent need to assess the scope, magnitude, and scale of the pandemic's effects on the most vulnerable groups and environmental sustainability, this book aims to shed light on the impact of COVID-19 on countries' development, exploring the consequences and interactions of COVID-19 with social inequalities and sustainable development.

Taking a global perspective, this edited collection is essential in understanding the progress and development of countries during and after this extraordinary period in human history. It serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, activists, and individuals interested in understanding the complex challenges and opportunities that arise from the intersection of COVID-19, social inequalities, and environmental sustainability.

In conclusion, the global spread of COVID-19 has presented a multifaceted crisis that requires a comprehensive and collaborative response. By examining the consequences and interactions of COVID-19 with social inequalities and sustainable development, we can work towards building a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable world for all.

Weight: 586g
Dimension: 159 x 239 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801177337