SY 4060 - Poverty & Social Welfare

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Examines the social bases of poverty in capitalistic societies. Such dimensions of the larger social system as depressions, unemployment, discrimination, automation, migration and education are explored both individually and as elements of a social structure that imposes a condition of poverty on a large segment of the population. The different forms of social welfare are examined, showing how social welfare strategies are designed to benefit all levels of society. The impact of poverty on social groups and individuals and the ways in which they seek to cope with it are considered in terms of the social institutions in which they participate. The various efforts to reduce poverty, their social, idealogical and political bases and their successes and failures are also considered. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: EMS

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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