"Grenada is a small state that has made impressive initial achievements in economic and human development since independence, especially in education and health. However, continuing unemployment and poverty, the recent erosion of trade preferences, and the changing international donor aid environment have exposed structural weaknesses in its economic model. Patsy Lewis assesses developments in social policy approaches and delivery in the post-colonial period, including the economic strategies pursued and their effects on social policy, particularly in respect of children. She looks at the challenges faced by governments and presents a brief case study of Hurricane Ivan, as an instance for exploring community and national responses, resilience and innovation.."--provided by publisher.
Foreword Abbreviations Summary Introduction 1. Post-colonial Economic and Social Challenges Economic policies in the post-colonial era Social challenges of development 2. Social Policy Approaches Human capital formation Redistribution 3. Social Welfare Initiatives Social welfare and protection Challenges in social policy delivery Summary 4. Strengthening the Legislative Framework for Social Protection Summary 5. Hurricane Ivan: Challenges in Social Policy Effects on children Strengths and innovations Summary 6. Summary and Conclusion Appendix: List of Interviewees Bibliography

xi, 58 p.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 54-58).
Also available online (viewed 2 Jan. 2015).
"Case history"--Cover.

9781849290258