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#lucidlens #awarenessmadeeasy In this new era of discourse dominated by technology, productivity, profit, income, and wealth, topics like justice, equality, social harmony, and public welfare are often dismissed as outdated. However, this is neither a natural nor a historical trend. The more pressing questions revolve around the condition of the majority—those who are excluded by societal structures from the loop of productive technological advancements, rendered unequal by design, and whose prosperous livelihood is essential not only for social justice but also for driving productivity and consumption.

In truth, if we desire to balance the pressures of population growth, we must move beyond traditional thinking that suggests war, chaos, disease, and hunger are the only ways to reduce population pressure. Instead, we should consider a new dimension of thought, one that emphasizes the quality of education, freedom of thought, innovation, invention, growth, development, social welfare, and democracy as means to stabilize population pressure. Civilization itself can mitigate population pressure and migration. In my view, fostering optimal growth, development, and social welfare can universally alleviate population pressure. However, the issue of growth and development should not be manipulated for irrational thoughts or corrupt system development. It should be genuine and eco-friendly. For centuries, we have resorted to war, artificial hunger, poverty, and artificially induced diseases to reduce population pressure. However, these methods have only led to further disasters, and ironically, population pressure has started to increase due to poverty and political chaos. We need to rethink our strategies

Despite advances in many sectors, over 4 billion people worldwide - more than half the global population - remain without essential social protection. This lack is not just a statistic; it reflects deep-seated inequalities that affect all aspects of life: 🔹60% of families have no access to child support. 🔹80% of unemployed workers are without unemployment benefits. 🔹50% of new mothers lack maternity benefits. 🔹20% of older persons are without a pension. One-third of the population is not covered by any health scheme. Tragically, 1.5 billion children under 15 are entirely unprotected. Universal social protection is not just a necessity but a fundamental right that ensures no one is left behind as we strive for a more equitable world. #ThisWayToSocialJustice

This challenge that the world is facing primarily due to vote bank politics in various forms acdoss the worldt o catch power by at any cost. #Education and primary #healthcare are the only routes to a solution. #SocialJustice is impossible if people are kept oppressed and uneducated. #ILO should aggressively promote compulsory education to all especially among the poorest. When people are kept under below poverty line, uneducated, poor living conditions they loose hope in life and surrender to the mercy of politicians, employers, and anti social elements. United Nations , International Labour Organization, World Health Organization (WHO) and other Apex bodies should work together closely and influence policy change in developing nations as well as Lest Developed Countries (LCDs). #India 🇮🇳 would earnestly support #ILO to deliver #EquitableSocialJustice ⚖️ #SocialJustice #Humanrights #povertyaliiation #india

It may sound easier said than done, but a universal basic income (UBI) could solve inequality. Of course, it wouldn't be easy. But a universal (ha!) consensus on this topic could ease the world's economic burdens. The idea is all citizens get a set payment, no questions asked. In Australia, it could mean that people won't have to choose between basic needs such as housing or food. That also means they become happier, healthier and more productive members of society. Everyone benefits, through reduced costs to provide healthcare and administer the welfare system. It's argued that a UBI makes people lazy. Researchers worldwide have shown that's not true, and the net gain to us all is worth it. You can read more at: https://bit.ly/40tQNnD

I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do.
— Edward Everett Hale As we celebrate World Social Work day, remember to advocate for ourselves as much as we advocate for our clients. Vote for those in government that support social causes, not those who continue to cut budgets, especially in the mental health field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for social workers in 2022 was $55,350. It is much lower for those social workers in the government reimbursed sector versus social workers in private practice. And here is an alarming statistic: According to US labor force, about 1/3 of the 73,300 social worker separations expected each year, the bulk of those leaving are projected to arise from people transferring out of social work to other occupations. Mostly due to burn out. And with our aging population, we need more social workers, not less. Social Workers continue to be overworked and under paid. “It is not enough to be compassionate. You must act.” — Dalai Lama #advocate #vote #social work

"Austerity is having a massive impact on social housing." Listen to Paula, social worker Social Workers Union, on how #austerity is increasing the poor conditions of housing. Help make austerity unlawful: https://lnkd.in/e4ubYUrr #MakeEqualityReal #AntiAusterity

👴Developed countries are #ageing fast. Although longer and healthier lives imply huge welfare gains for individuals, the effects on economic #growth have been elusive. ⭐This column uses a structural model to estimate the contributions of demographic change to the historical and projected future economic growth in the four largest European economies. 👉The model projects that the demographic headwinds for economic growth will be large in the coming decades. ✍️Several reforms have been suggested to increase growth. The welfare heterogeneity of these reforms across age, income, and wealth groups provides some insights into the opposition to their implementation. Vox column by: Thomas Cooley (NYU Stern School of Business), Espen Henriksen (Handelshøyskolen BI), Charlie Nusbaum (The Brattle Group) Read more here: https://ow.ly/5NJr50TjM1g

The UK is facing a critical shortfall of 13,000 social workers. The profession is under unprecedented pressure, and it’s time for action. But what’s causing this shortfall, and what can be done to turn things around? This article explores the causes, the consequences, and the potential solutions for this workforce crisis. Let’s discuss how we can support this vital profession. #SocialWork #SocialWorkNews #SocialCare #SupportSocialWorkers

Waiting for government action: What next for the social care workforce? https://lnkd.in/esndVXcJ Three months after the General Election, Erika Kispeter reviews policy developments in social care, focusing on the workforce, to better understand why sector stakeholders are urging the new government to take urgent action and prioritise care. #careworkers #socialcare #generalelection ESRC: Economic and Social Research Council