School of Public Policy 390C - Comparative Social Policy

Across the globe, social welfare systems have been created, often referred to as "welfare states," or in the U.S. in terms of individual programs such as "social security," "unemployment," and "welfare." In this class, we will explore the strategies that welfare states take to protect those who cannot support themselves economically - such as retirees, the unemployed, children, those with poor health or disabilities, or those providing care.