Social Policies Related to Poverty in Turkey - Expert Reviews

Social Policies Related to Poverty in Turkey - Expert Reviews Book Description Although poverty is generally defined as not having enough income to meet all or most of the daily basic needs, it appears to be a multifaceted concept when looked at in terms of the underlying factors of poverty and policies to eliminate it. Fighting poverty is one of the main issues of economic and social policies, and it also emerges as a human right in the 21st century. In this century, the fight against poverty should be evaluated within the scope of rights beyond the concepts of charity and kindness, and policies should be shaped accordingly. It is clear that in the fight against this problem, it is necessary to create equal opportunities in areas that form the basis of social life, such as education, health, and vocational training, along with economic and social policies. This book is based on the evaluations of bureaucrats, academicians, politicians and practitioners who are experts in this field regarding the structure, quality, effects on target groups and adequacy of the policies and practices aimed at fighting poverty in our country. The main aim is to reveal the social policy indicators and their practical effects on the fight against poverty in Turkey through the eyes of experts on the subject. (From the Promotional Bulletin)