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A Mathematical and Conceptual Model Regarding Social Inclusion and Social Leverage

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  • Reyes Giovanni E.

    (Ph.D. Full, Tenure professor, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia)

  • Govers Mark

    (Ph.D. Tenure Professor, University of Maastricht)

  • Ruwaard Dirk

    (Ph.D. Tenure Professor, University of Maastricht)

Abstract

This article discusses a comprehensive conceptual mathematical model to specify main theoretical concepts and their relationships, regarding social inclusion and social leverage. The particular elements of the model are related to: (i) key aspects of theoretical principles; (ii) major links among principal aspects; and (iii) interrelations regarding social and economic issues within any particular society. One of the principal aims of this research is going beyond the strictly economic elements, to complement a more holistic perspective with social aspects and public policy. This study is part of a broader research project that studies social investment in Latin America, particularly focused in the health sector. More specifically, this study will identify relationships between variables and indicators of social inclusion and social leverage, as basis for carrying out empirical studies on investments that Latin American countries make in health services. The model presented here allows the identification of elements of differentiated public policy, the role of public services aimed to assist especially the most vulnerable social sectors and the support of such services in relation to a country's competitiveness, social well-being and sustainable basis of human development.

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  • Reyes Giovanni E. & Govers Mark & Ruwaard Dirk, 2018. "A Mathematical and Conceptual Model Regarding Social Inclusion and Social Leverage," Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, Sciendo, vol. 9(3), pages 9-16, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:mjsosc:v:9:y:2018:i:3:p:9-16:n:1
    DOI: 10.2478/mjss-2018-0043
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