This paper discusses the central features of four models of social security -- classical, socialist, transition, and developing country -- looking at the coverage provided and the institutions and financing of social security in different contexts. It explores different ways of providing social...

Dharam Ghai puts forward some practical proposals for accelerating the tempo of human development, poverty eradication and environmental regeneration in the countries of the South. He focuses on an employment strategy designed to enhance remunerative work and livelihood opportunities. He...