Publications by Type: Policy brief

2018

Social enterprises for inclusive local growth

Policy brief

Social enterprises for inclusive local growth in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

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The Social dimension: Opportunities and limits to benchmarking for a Social Europe

Policy brief

The European Centre has conducted a study to discuss the pros and cons of the benchmarking process in the social dimension, its benchmarks and corresponding social indicators.

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Affordable housing for low-income families

Policy brief

Provision of affordable housing is a crucial component of social inclusion.

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2016

Juggling family and work

Policy brief

On the one hand, structural factors are crucial in convincing caring employees to take up care leaves. On the other hand, societal and psychological considerations are found to be at least equally important, e.g. to reduce stigma for caregivers at the workplace.

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The view from within: ‘Good’ care from the perspective of care professionals

Policy brief

How to define and measure high-quality LTC? Care professionals regard multidisciplinary dialogue, case management, time for interaction with users, and a more holistic approach to care as needed but certain framework conditions hinder development in these areas.

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