Public Policy and Social Change: A Comparative Study of Welfare States
Keywords:
Public Policy, Welfare State, Social Change, Comparative Analysis, Income Inequality, Social Inequalities, Public Welfare, Nordic Model, Anglo-Saxon Model, Continental ModelAbstract
This paper explores the evolution of welfare state models and their influence on public policy and social change, offering a comparative analysis of various welfare states across the globe By focusing on the Nordic, Anglo-Saxon, and Continental models, this study investigates the role of public policy in shaping socioeconomic outcomes, including income inequality, unemployment rates, and health outcomes The paper also examines the dynamics of social change within these frameworks, assessing the varying levels of welfare provisions and their effectiveness in addressing social inequalities The comparative approach provides insights into the strengths and weaknesses of different welfare state models and their implications for future policy development
