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Society at a Glance 2014
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Society at a Glance 2014

OECD Social Indicators: The Crisis and Its Aftermath

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
OECD, 2014

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Editorial Rating

7

Qualities

  • Comprehensive
  • Analytical

Recommendation

This OECD report delivers valuable empirical data on the social situation in the wake of the recession in more than 40 countries. The data present a troubling view of global well-being. Despite people’s need for benefits and services, many countries – burdened by the recession and decades-long deficits – cannot afford to help their people. This information about fallout from the recession may prove revelatory as future generations deal with deep-seated social and economic problems. getAbstract recommends the OECD’s research to government leaders, NGOs and social services planners.

Take-Aways

  • The effects of the 2008 financial crisis and the recession that followed linger. They include high unemployment, increased poverty and greater inequality.
  • Lower-income young adults and families with children now are at a greater risk of poverty than they were in 2007.
  • In OECD countries, 25% of individuals have experienced financial difficulties.

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The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development is a forum within which governments collaborate to solve worldwide economic, social and environmental problems.

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