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Annamaria Di Fabio1, Jacobus G Maree2
1Department of Education and Psychology (Psychology Section), University of Florence Florence, Italy.
Frontiers in Psychology
|May 6, 2016
Summary
This study enhances the definition of decent work by integrating philosophical, economic, and social perspectives to combat poverty. Proactive, primary prevention strategies are crucial for sustainable development and future well-being.
Area of Science:
- Transdisciplinary research integrating philosophy, law, economics, sociology, and psychology.
Background:
- Current definitions of decent work and poverty lack comprehensive scope.
- Existing frameworks may not adequately address the complexities of global economic development and poverty reduction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To broaden definitions of decent work and poverty through a transdisciplinary lens.
- To propose an enhanced definition of decent work.
- To guide future research and interventions for fair economic development and poverty alleviation.
Main Methods:
- Adapted systematic qualitative review of diverse perspectives.
- Comparative analysis of decent work and poverty constructs.
- Transdisciplinary interpretive framework.
Main Results:
- Identified multifaceted understandings of decent work and poverty.
- Proposed an enhanced definition of decent work integrating multiple disciplinary insights.
- Highlighted the need for proactive, primary prevention strategies.
Conclusions:
- An enhanced definition of decent work is essential for effective poverty reduction.
- Transdisciplinary approaches are vital for addressing complex socio-economic challenges.
- Primary prevention and radical intervention are key to ensuring future generations thrive through meaningful employment.
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