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Der Sozial- oder Wohlfahrtsstaat ist das institutionelle Fundament des staatlichen Handelns, das auf die Absicherung von Lebensrisiken, die Reduktion von Ungleichheit und Armut sowie die Förderung von Chancengleichheit zielt. Im Kern bedeutet Sozialstaatlichkeit, dass grundlegende Belange der privaten Wohlfahrt zum Gegenstand staatlicher Politik werden. Durch die Garantie von Ansprüchen auf Grundsicherung und weiteren Sozialrechten auf Verfassungs- und Gesetzesstufe übernimmt die Gesellschaft formal und somit ausdrücklich Verantwortung für das Wohlergehen ihrer Mitglieder. ; L'État social, ou État-providence, est le fondement institutionnel de l'action de l'État visant à couvrir les risques de la vie, à réduire les inégalités et la pauvreté et à promouvoir l'égalité des chances. En substance, l'État social signifie que les préoccupations fondamentales du bienêtre privé deviennent l'objet de la politique de l'État. En garantissant les droits à la couverture des besoins vitaux et d'autres droits sociaux aux niveaux constitutionnel et législatif, la société endosse formellement et explicitement la responsabilité du bien-être de ses membres.

Intro -- SOCIAL SECURITY SOLVENCY: ISSUES AND PROJECTIONS -- SOCIAL SECURITY SOLVENCY: ISSUES AND PROJECTIONS -- LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CATALOGING-IN-PUBLICATION DATA -- CONTENTS -- PREFACE -- Chapter 1: THE FUTURE OF SOCIAL SECURITY -- SOCIAL SECURITY MUST CHANGE TO MEET FUTURE CHALLENGES -- SOCIAL SECURITY HAS MADE AN ENORMOUS DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OLDER AMERICANS -- SOCIAL SECURITY IS MORE THAN A RETIREMENT PROGRAM -- SOCIAL SECURITY PROVIDES A FOUNDATION ON WHICH TO BUILD RETIREMENT SECURITY -- CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS ARE DRIVING NEED FOR CHANGES IN SOCIAL SECURITY -- CURRENT SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM IS UNSUSTAINABLE IN THE LONG RUN -- CHOICES LIE AHEAD -- Chapter 2: CBO'S LONG-TERM PROJECTIONS FOR SOCIAL SECURITY: 2009 UPDATE -- THE FINANCES OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY PROGRAM -- Projected Outlays and Revenues over the Next 75 Years -- The Uncertainty of Projections of Social Security's Finances -- Summarized Outlays and Revenues -- The Trust Fund Ratio -- THE DISTRIBUTION OF SOCIAL SECURITY TAXES AND BENEFITS -- First-Year Benefits -- First-Year Replacement Rates -- Lifetime Benefits -- Lifetime Payroll Taxes and Lifetime Benefits for Workers, Dependents, and Survivors -- DEMOGRAPHIC AND ECONOMIC ASSUMPTIONS USED IN CBO'S ANALYSIS -- Assumptions about Interest, Inflation, and Unemployment for 2020 and Later -- Assumptions Underlying Projections of Gross Domestic Product and Earnings -- APPENDIX A: CHANGES IN CBO'S LONG-TERM SOCIAL SECURITY PROJECTIONS SINCE AUGUST 2008 -- APPENDIX B. DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CBO'S LONG-TERM SOCIAL SECURITY PROJECTIONS AND THOSE OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY TRUSTEES -- End Notes -- Chapter 3: SOCIAL SECURITY: RAISING OR ELIMINATING THE TAXABLE EARNINGS BASE -- SUMMARY -- BACKGROUND -- Origin and History of the Taxable Earnings Base -- THE TAXABLE EARNINGS BASE -- The Taxable Earnings Base Today

This article discusses the encroachment of neoliberal ideology on social work education, by emphasizing the experiences of two young academics in dealing with this impact at the level of teaching, research and writing. The central argument is that the basic values of our profession are threatened if as academics we remain inattentive to the impacts of this ideology on social work education.

ResumenEl presente texto ofrece un panorama de la recepción, aceptación o node la obra de Ricardo Palma en diversos momentos de nuestra historia, apartir de la publicación de la primera colección de las Tradiciones Peruanas(1872). Se presentan algunas reacciones de los críticos e intelectuales peruanossobre la obra del tradicionista, aunque también se hacen referenciasa los de otras nacionalidades (iberoamericanos), haciendo referenciasal ambiente cultural existente y político. Se concluye con el re-significadode la vida y obra de Palma, a partir de las acciones del Instituto RicardoPalma, en el nuevo siglo, y su impacto en el interés por el autor de lastradiciones.Palabras clave: lectura histórica, imaginario, tradicionista, apreciaciónsocial. AbstractThis text offers an overview of the reception, acceptance of the work of RicardoPalma at various times in our history, from the publication of the first collection ofthe Peruvian Traditions (1872). There are some reactions of Peruvian critics andintellectuals about the work of the traditionist, although references are also madeto those of other nationalities (Ibero-American), making references to the existingcultural and political environment. It concludes with the re-meaning of life andwork of Palma, based on the actions of the Ricardo Palma Institute, in the newcentury, and its impact on the interest of the author of the traditions.Keywords: historical reading, imaginary, traditionist, social appreciation. ; This text offers an overview of the reception, acceptance of the work of RicardoPalma at various times in our history, from the publication of the first collection ofthe Peruvian Traditions (1872). There are some reactions of Peruvian critics andintellectuals about the work of the traditionist, although references are also madeto those of other nationalities (Ibero-American), making references to the existingcultural and political environment. It concludes with the re-meaning of life andwork of Palma, based on the actions of the Ricardo Palma Institute, in the newcentury, and its impact on the interest of the author of the traditions.

The deficiencies of objectivity & detachment in the social sciences are identified in relation to the desirability of subjective & ethically motivated forms of knowledge & research. Drawing on the theory of Max Weber, traditional science is depicted as detached observation that seeks objectivity through the absence of cognitive, moral, or emotional judgment. This goal is deemed both impossible & misleading as social analysts can never completely distance themselves from the objects of analysis, & recognition of the emotional, moral, & subjective dimensions of research can in fact facilitate understanding. Individuals must be seen as a conglomeration of multiple & often contradictory identities & communities, a process inhibited by the traditional scientific method. It is concluded that social analysts synthesize their work with localized & context-specific conceptions of social justice, transformative action, human dignity, & equality. T. Sevier

Mode of access: Internet. ; Handbooks for 1891, 1897-98, 1901 issued as supplements to the Society's Annals.

The existential impact upon social work began in the 1960's with the emphasis upon freedom, responsibility and a sense of the absurd. It affirmed human potential while faulting the deterministic thinking that was popular with psychological theorists at that time. It was open to the prospects of spirituality, but was less than optimistic concerning great progress among social institutions. It was a forerunner to the strengths-based social work programs of our present day.

Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Original Title -- Original Copyright -- CONTENTS -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- PREFACE -- CONTRIBUTORS -- Dedication -- SOCIAL WELFARE AND THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS -- CHINA -- HONG KONG -- INDIA -- JAPAN -- KOREA, SOUTH -- MALAYSIA -- PHILIPPINES -- SRI LANKA -- TAIWAN -- THAILAND -- APPENDIX -- INDEX

"Sociological social work is a lifelong social work practice which is animated by a sociological perspective. Social workers 'shorthand' orientations such as 'strengths perspective', 'task centred' or 'humanistic' (to name but a few), as a way to identify their philosophical and theoretical approaches in professional life. Whilst some texts have examined sociology for social work, this text instead proposes that sociological social work is a legitimate and theoretically rich orientation, and this book demonstrates what sociological social work looks like in our rapidly changing world. This text will equip students and practitioners with a way to think sociologically, not just while they are studying, but as an ever present reference for making sense of social work purpose and how this is realised in a transforming world. This follows an established tradition in social work literature, but this book elevates and names the importance of this approach, which we argue is critically needed if social work is to achieve its agenda in transformative social, political economic and environmental contexts. The current landscape in which we live is one that is characterised by rapid changes which have implications for the life experiences of those with whom social workers work, social justice advocacy agendas, and for fulfilling the purpose of social work more generally. This book is essential reading for those looking to keep up with these changes."--Publisher's website