Global Social Welfare
Scope & Guideline
Empowering voices for a more equitable world.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social Welfare and Mental Health:
Research on the interplay between social welfare policies and mental health outcomes, including studies on mental health during crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and the mental health challenges faced by various demographic groups. - Health Disparities and Access to Care:
Examination of health disparities across different regions and populations, with a focus on access to maternal and child health services, health insurance utilization, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on health outcomes. - Social Inequality and Gender Issues:
Exploration of social inequalities related to gender, including studies on intimate partner violence, women's empowerment, and the effects of gender norms on health and welfare outcomes. - Community and Family Dynamics:
Investigation into the roles of family structures and community networks in shaping welfare outcomes, including studies on intergenerational support, social capital, and the effects of community engagement on vulnerable populations. - Global Perspectives on Social Welfare:
Insights into social welfare issues from a global perspective, focusing on case studies from various countries, particularly in low- and middle-income settings, and implications for policy and practice.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Social Welfare:
An increasing number of studies focus on the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic on social welfare systems, mental health, and community resilience, revealing the pandemic's profound effects on various populations. - Technology and Financial Inclusion:
Research on the role of technology in promoting financial inclusion and enhancing social welfare has gained traction, particularly regarding mobile money services and their implications for vulnerable populations. - Youth and Gender Empowerment:
There is a rising emphasis on youth and gender empowerment, with studies exploring the experiences of young women and marginalized groups in achieving social and economic well-being. - Social Capital and Community Resilience:
Themes surrounding social capital and its impact on community resilience are emerging, particularly in the context of health outcomes and social support mechanisms during crises. - Migration and Welfare Dynamics:
An increasing focus on migration and its implications for social welfare, including the challenges faced by migrants and refugees, as well as the role of social networks in facilitating their integration.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Welfare Models:
Research centered around traditional welfare models and systems has decreased, as the journal increasingly emphasizes innovative and contemporary approaches to social welfare that address current global challenges. - Economic Growth and Welfare Correlation:
The direct correlation between economic growth metrics and social welfare outcomes appears to be waning, with a shift towards more nuanced analyses that consider multiple factors influencing welfare beyond just economic indicators. - Rural Development Initiatives:
While still relevant, the coverage of rural development initiatives has diminished, possibly reflecting a broader interest in urban social issues and the complexities of urbanization on welfare systems.
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