Social inequality and societal fragmentation have become major concerns in many OECD countries and developing regions in recent years. Policymakers and researchers assume that economic factors such as income inequality and/or unemployment cause and aggravate these trends. The 2030 Agenda acknowledges the challenge and emphasises the importance of inclusive growth, equality and peaceful, inclusive societies. However, for evidence-based policy-making we need more sound and comprehensive empirical evidence of the relationship between economic factors and societal fragmentation.i.de/en/briefing-paper/article/social-cohesion-and-economic-development-unpacking-the-relationship/
This Briefing Paper gives an overview of the main findings of economic studies on social cohesion, and introduces the implications for development policies. Click here to download: BP_16.2019
