Poverty and social exclusion:
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Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Thirroul, N.S.W. Spinney Press ©2011
Series:Issues in society (Balmain, N.S.W.) v. 320
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Online Access:Volltext
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Chapter 1 -- Poverty and disadvantage; Chapter 2 -- Social inclusion; Chapter 3 -- Income support and the welfare system; Exploring issues -- worksheets and activities; Index
Poverty persists in Australia despite the opportunities available in such an affluent country. How is poverty in Australia defined? What is absolute poverty as opposed to relative poverty, and who are the affected groups in our community? What are the causes of poverty? At a time when the national economy has avoided the major impacts of a global recession, why do so many Australians still experience financial hardship, housing stress and income inequality? Almost 1 in 6 Australians of working age is reliant on income support - does Australia's welfare system provide a safety net or promote
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (60 pages)
ISBN:9781921507366
1921507365

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