Even in a time as we experience now, where a lot of companies
becoming bankrupt, it is more important than ever, to have a look on those people who are directly affected by the economic crisis. These are especially people who lost their job in consequence of cutbacks in manpower or bankruptcy.
It is interesting to see how the European countries are working together to decrease the aftermaths of the present crisis.
In this essay I will analyse in which way the German and the Norwegian Social system works, especially the facilities for unemployed people. And I will try to show the historical and organisational differences of both systems.
In this reason I will give a short overview over the different „welfare regimes“ in Europe first and describe how to classify them into three big groups, according to Gøsta Esping-Andersen, who worked a lot in this field of study.
Afterwards I will have a look on the historical and organisational design of the social system of one of the world's richest countries - Norway. In
point 3b I will describe how Norway manages the unemployment and what kind of benefits unemployed persons will get.
After that, in point 4, I will examine the case of Germany, as the
birthplace of the welfare state in Europe. As I divided the chapter about Norway into one historical part and one part about the benefits for unemployed persons, I did it with this part as well.
At the end of this essay I will make a short conclusion, in which I will discuss the pros and cons of both systems and present, why it is so difficult to find the right balance in the level of unemployment benefits.
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Welfare states in Europe - A classification - according to Gøsta Esping-Andersen
- a) The Anglo-Saxon, liberal type
- b) The continental-European, conservative type
- c) The Scandinavian, social democratic type
- d) Criticisms to this classification
- 3. Norway
- a) Historical development of the Norwegian social system
- b) The situation for unemployed persons
- 4. Germany
- a) Historical development of the German social system
- b) The situation for unemployed persons
- 5. Conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
This essay analyzes the German and Norwegian social systems, focusing on provisions for unemployed individuals. It aims to highlight the historical and organizational differences between the two systems. To provide context, the essay begins with an overview of European welfare regimes as classified by Gøsta Esping-Andersen.
- Comparison of German and Norwegian welfare systems.
- Historical development of social security in Germany and Norway.
- Support systems for unemployed individuals in both countries.
- Esping-Andersen's classification of welfare regimes.
- The challenges of balancing unemployment benefits.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the essay by emphasizing the importance of understanding the impact of economic crises on unemployed individuals. It highlights the collaborative efforts of European countries in mitigating the effects of such crises and outlines the essay's structure. The author intends to analyze the German and Norwegian social security systems, focusing specifically on the support provided to the unemployed, and will use Esping-Andersen's classification of welfare states as a framework for comparison. The chapter clearly states its aim to explore the historical and organizational differences between the two systems.
2. Welfare states in Europe – A classification – according to Gøsta Esping-Andersen: This chapter introduces Gøsta Esping-Andersen's influential typology of welfare states. It emphasizes the diversity of welfare systems across Europe, despite increasing integration, and highlights several factors influencing a nation's social system design. These factors include the strength of political parties, labor movements, conservative and liberal influences, and historical experiences. The chapter then outlines Esping-Andersen's three main welfare regime types: the Anglo-Saxon liberal, the continental European conservative, and the Scandinavian social democratic models. Each type is briefly described, laying the groundwork for the subsequent country-specific analyses.
3. Norway: This chapter provides an in-depth analysis of Norway's social system, beginning with its historical development. It then delves into the specifics of the Norwegian system's provisions for unemployed persons, detailing the types of benefits available and the overall approach to unemployment support. The chapter likely contrasts the historical development and resulting support systems with the other welfare models discussed earlier, emphasizing Norway's unique approach within the Scandinavian social democratic model.
4. Germany: Similar to the Norway chapter, this section examines Germany's social system, starting with a historical overview of its development. Subsequently, it focuses on the provisions for unemployed individuals in Germany, analyzing the benefits provided and the mechanisms through which these benefits are delivered. The chapter compares and contrasts the German approach to unemployment with that of Norway, potentially highlighting the differences between the conservative continental European and Scandinavian social democratic models and emphasizing the historical context shaping these differences.
Keywords
Welfare state, unemployment, Norway, Germany, Esping-Andersen, social security, social democratic, liberal, conservative, welfare regimes, unemployment benefits, historical development, social policy.
FAQ: Analysis of German and Norwegian Social Welfare Systems
What is the main topic of this text?
This text analyzes the German and Norwegian social welfare systems, focusing on provisions for unemployed individuals. It compares and contrasts the historical development and organizational structures of these systems, using Gøsta Esping-Andersen's classification of European welfare regimes as a framework for analysis.
What are the key themes explored in this analysis?
Key themes include a comparison of the German and Norwegian welfare systems, the historical development of social security in both countries, support systems for unemployed individuals, Esping-Andersen's classification of welfare regimes, and the challenges of balancing unemployment benefits.
How does the text utilize Esping-Andersen's classification of welfare states?
The text uses Esping-Andersen's typology (liberal, conservative, social democratic) to provide a broader European context for understanding the German and Norwegian systems. It positions Norway within the Scandinavian social democratic model and Germany within the continental European conservative model, highlighting the implications of these different approaches for unemployment support.
What aspects of the Norwegian social system are examined?
The analysis of the Norwegian system covers its historical development and its provisions for unemployed individuals, detailing the types of benefits available and the overall approach to unemployment support. It emphasizes Norway's unique approach within the Scandinavian social democratic model.
What aspects of the German social system are examined?
The analysis of the German system also includes its historical development and its provisions for the unemployed, analyzing benefits and delivery mechanisms. It compares and contrasts the German approach with that of Norway, highlighting the differences between the conservative continental European and Scandinavian social democratic models.
What is the structure of the text?
The text is structured as follows: Introduction, a section on Esping-Andersen's classification of European welfare states, chapters dedicated to Norway and Germany respectively, and a conclusion. Each section provides a summary of its key findings.
What are the key takeaways from the analysis of the Norwegian and German systems?
The analysis aims to highlight the historical and organizational differences between the German and Norwegian social security systems, particularly regarding the support provided to unemployed individuals. It demonstrates how these differences are rooted in historical context and the broader typology of welfare regimes.
What are the keywords associated with this text?
Welfare state, unemployment, Norway, Germany, Esping-Andersen, social security, social democratic, liberal, conservative, welfare regimes, unemployment benefits, historical development, social policy.
What is the intended audience for this text?
The text is intended for academic use, focusing on the analysis of themes in a structured and professional manner.
- Citar trabajo
- Manuel Lehmann (Autor), 2009, The welfare system in Norway and Germany and the situation for unemployed persons, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/144985
