Siapa yang Sebenarnya Diuntungkan Kebijakan Sosial?

Siapa yang Sebenarnya Diuntungkan Kebijakan Sosial?

From Perantau Ilmu by Dimas P. Muharam

April 21, 2026 · 20 min

About this episode

This episode explores the complexities of social policy, its historical context, and its implications for social justice and welfare in the UK.

This text provides a comprehensive overview of social policy by examining its theoretical foundations, historical evolution, and contemporary application in the United Kingdom . The authors explore "slippery" yet essential concepts such as welfare , social justice , and social exclusion , emphasizing that these terms are often politically contested and subject to diverse interpretations. A central theme is the social construction of identity, where the text analyzes how societal perceptions of race , gender , age , and disability actively shape government legislation and the distribution of resources. The material further investigates the mixed economy of welfare , highlighting the shifting responsibilities between the state , the market , and the family during a period of economic austerity. Additionally, the source addresses specialized topics including mental health , environmental policy , and the impact of globalization on social welfare systems. Ultimately, the contributors aim to provide students with a critical framework for understanding how policy decisions influence human well-being and reinforce or challenge social inequalities .

Topics covered

  • social policy
  • welfare
  • social justice
  • social exclusion
  • identity
  • race
  • gender
  • age
  • disability
  • mixed economy of welfare
  • mental health
  • environmental policy
  • globalization
  • social inequalities

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Places: the United Kingdom

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