Social Progress and Sustainable Development
Neil Thin | | ISBN: 978-1-56549-157-1 $23.95 |
| 2002/182 pages/LC: 2002009166 A Kumarian Press Book |
DESCRIPTION
What are the social dimensions of sustainable development? Why are they important? Can agreement be reached on what constitutes progress? How can progress most effectively be brought about? Neil Thin argues that sustainable development is possible only if we systematically link social progress—social justice, solidarity, participation, and security—with other dimensions of development. To that end, his book provides a sound basis for improved policies and implementation strategies.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Neil Thin is senior lecturer in anthropology at the University of Edinburgh.
CONTENTS
- Introduction.
- Social Concepts and Principles.
- Trend Assessments and Visions of Progress.
- Social Planning.
- Core Social Development Themes.
- Learning Strategies.
- Conclusions: Social Issues in Policy and Practice.
North American rights only.
"This wide ranging study brings the ethics back into development thinking. Neil Thin builds a solid framework for attacking the instrumental and economistic views that have dominated discussions of social policy. Essential reading for those ... on both sides of the barricades."—David Marsden, INTRAC