Publications

2018

Hartz IV: A model for Austria?

In this policy brief we investigate the (hypothetical) implementation of the Hartz IV reform in Austria. We present two scenarios and their impact on expenditure and poverty.

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Cultures of care in aging

Books & contributions to books

This book shows the relation between care-dependent and caregiver(s), the impacts on the family and the larger social context, as well as socio-cultural and political aspects underlying the growing need for and the practice of formal and informal care.

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Alcohol offenders under treatment pressure

Peer reviewed articles

Alcohol offenders under treatment pressure. Discourses on measures for addicted lawbreakers

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Tackling long-term unemployment through risk profiling and outreach

Other publications

This discussion paper scrutinises practices of EU Member States concerning risk profiling and outreach activities by building on an extensive literature review on tackling long-term unemployment.

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Second multi-city study on quantities and financing of illicit drug consumption

European Centre reports

The use of five illicit drugs (cannabis, heroin, cocaine, amphetamine and ecstasy) was studied in seven European capitals. The findings highlight the impact of two social dimensions on drug consumption patterns: Social class and consumption patterns.

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