Poverty & Public Policy
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating pathways to social equity.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research on Poverty:
The journal publishes studies across various disciplines including economics, sociology, political science, and public health, emphasizing a holistic approach to understanding poverty. - Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment:
A significant focus is placed on evaluating the effectiveness of different public policies and programs aimed at reducing poverty, providing evidence-based insights for policymakers. - Multidimensional Poverty Analysis:
Research often explores poverty beyond income measures, considering factors such as education, health, and living conditions, to provide a more comprehensive understanding of poverty. - Global Perspectives on Poverty:
The journal includes case studies and research from diverse geographical contexts, highlighting both global and localized poverty issues and responses. - Social Justice and Inequality:
There is a consistent focus on the intersections of poverty with social justice and inequality, exploring how various factors (e.g., gender, race, and class) contribute to the persistence of poverty.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Poverty:
A growing body of research is focusing on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on poverty levels, mental health, and food security, reflecting the urgent need to understand and address the pandemic's socio-economic consequences. - Intersectionality in Poverty Research:
There is an increasing emphasis on intersectional analyses that consider how various identities (e.g., gender, race, class) intersect to shape experiences of poverty and access to resources. - Social Safety Nets and Cash Transfers:
Research on the effectiveness and sustainability of social safety nets and cash transfer programs is trending, as countries seek effective solutions to mitigate poverty, especially in times of crisis. - Migration and Remittances:
The impact of migration and remittances on poverty alleviation is emerging as a significant theme, particularly in developing countries, as researchers explore how these factors contribute to economic stability. - Governance and Institutional Quality:
The relationship between governance, institutional quality, and poverty reduction is gaining attention, with studies examining how effective governance can enhance poverty alleviation efforts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Growth Models:
Research focusing solely on traditional economic growth models as a solution to poverty has seen a decline, as the journal increasingly emphasizes complex, multidimensional approaches instead. - Overly Generalized Poverty Metrics:
Studies relying on simplistic or outdated poverty metrics are becoming less common, with a shift towards more nuanced and context-specific measurements of poverty. - Rural Poverty Exclusivity:
While rural poverty remains a topic, there is a noticeable decrease in papers exclusively focusing on rural contexts, with a growing interest in urban poverty and the dynamics between rural and urban areas. - Microfinance as a Panacea:
The once-popular notion that microfinance alone can eradicate poverty is receiving less attention, as evidence mounts regarding its limitations and the need for comprehensive support systems. - Singular Policy Focus:
Research that examines only one type of policy intervention without considering the broader institutional and social context is waning, as interdisciplinary approaches gain traction.
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