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"Taking into account the doubling of the world's population and massive geopolitical changes, this classic reference work has almost tripled in size. The first new edition since 1952 has greater inclusion of developing nations, as reflected by over 5,000 entries from Brazil alone. Entries include political divisions (states, provinces, capitals), the physical world (oceans, mountains, volcanoes), and special places (military bases, dams, national...
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Historical background of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, and study of the position of the populations of the republics as minority groups of the USSR, with particular reference to the stalin era - covers the Turkish and mongol history of the region, demographic aspects and geographical aspects, political leadership, political problems, nationalist movements, nomadism and the social implications of suppression thereof...
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"Focuses on the fastest-growing immigrant populations among "second-tier" metropolitan areas. Examines the changes wrought by these new suburban settlement patterns and provides comparative analysis of immigration trends and local policy responses in these gateways. Case examples explore the challenges of newcomer integration, as well as immigration's impact on suburban infrastructure"--Provided by publisher.
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The authors of this volume present the outcomes of a major project aimed at empowering girls and young women in 14 developing countries. They discuss the young women's choices in life, set against the backdrop of family building, health, education, employment opportunities and the use of the Internet. They also compare the available statistics with the reality for these girls and young women. In doing so, this book displays two unique features. Firstly,...
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Monograph on irregular migrants and illegal immigration trends in the Americas - discusses causes and related economic implications, political aspects, and social implications, the historical background, migration policies and demographic aspects, geographic distribution, occupational structure, legal status, etc., of aliens (incl. Refugees) in Canada, Latin America and the USA, and comments on legislation. Bibliography pp. 195 to 204, maps, references...
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General study of Pakistan - covers cultural factors, historical and geographical aspects, demographic aspects, languages, religion, the social structure, education, political aspects and political leadership, mass media, foreign policy and foreign relations, labour force and other work aspects, medical care and welfare, agriculture, resources and industry, financing aspects, trade, etc. Bibliography pp. 459 to 470.
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Today more than eight million Americans live in neighborhoods of extreme economic deprivation, social isolation, and often terrifying violence. The number of ghettos, barrios, and slums in the United States has more than doubled since 1970, and the proportion of the poor who live in them has risen dramatically. Policymakers and the public alike are increasingly concerned about the emergence of an "underclass" population in these blighted neighborhoods....
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Comprises nine essays which explore the following aspects of changes in the US labour market: outmigration from inner city areas; export of business services; demographic changes; migrant workers; literacy; ability of the education system to respond to changing skill requirements; the health care sector; and national employment policy.
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This book presents the papers submitted to the workshop "Poverty in Latin America: Issues and New Responses," organized by the Kellogg Institute. The contributors argue that old models of social protection are in crisis and that without completely rejecting the past experiences, new paradigms might better address the problems of pervasive poverty and inequity that persist in and are often exacerbated by the new global economic environment.
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Contains 12 contributions examining the economics of low unemployment rates whilst inflation did not increase during the 1990s. Presents macroeconomic perspectives, studies of effects of international trade on labour markets, projections of labour supplies to the year 2020, and an outlook on whether rising productivity and falling unemployment can be sustained or replicated.
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Study of woman workers in export oriented industries on the northern frontier in Mexico - based on a field study (1978-1979) in Ciudad Juarez, discusses industrial worker demographic aspects, educational level, wage differentials, working conditions, obstacles to trade unionization, seasonal unemployment, underemployment, labour market segmentation, employees attitudes and social implications of the Border Industrialization Program based on multinational...
15) Who's not working and why: employment, cognitive skills, wages, and the changing U.S. labor market
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Over the Last Quarter-Century, the U.S. labor market has experienced some disturbing trends. Despite apparent economic prosperity, joblessness among less-educated prime-age males is rising and, in addition, an increasing number of university graduates are taking "high-school jobs." Moreover, except for a thin layer of university-educated workers, most in the labor force are experiencing stagnating or falling real wages. Simultaneously, the inequality...
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In this impeccably researched book, Rebecca Blank provides the definitive antidote to the scapegoating, guesswork, and outright misinformation of today's welfare debates. Demonstrating that government aid has been far more effective than most people think, she also explains that even private support for the poor depends extensively on public funds. It takes a nation to fight a problem as pervasive and subtle as modern poverty, and this book argues...
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In this updated edition, economists, scholars, and researchers examine the future of the American workforce. The book contains four chapters addressing topics such as globalization, technology, education, the labor market, and the economy. Includes information on generational trends.
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