Public Policies in Shared Societies A Comparative Approach

Through various factors from the globalization of skills to wars and refugee movements, societies and communities throughout the world are changing to become increasingly diverse in their racial, ethnic and religious make up. The result is that many governments and societies face a considerable struggle over how to manage community tensions within and between their borders. Through thought-provoking chapters from contributors working in a range of disciplines, Public Policies in Contested Societies explores how everyday processes such as how we organize our working and political lives; develop our policing, health and education systems; protect the environment or respond to cultural differences can all help or hinder such work. Drawing upon examples from over 50 countries, the book shows how many institutions are now adapting their policies and practices to help create more equal, inclusive and peaceful societies. The book is an inspiration and a practical resource for anyone who is interested in helping to shape how future societies can positively welcome the diversity that will be the hallmark of all societies in the decades ahead.

Mari Fitzduff is the founding director of the Masters professional programs in Coexistence and Conflict, at the Heller School, Brandeis University, USA. Previously she was Chair of Conflict Studies at Ulster University in Northern Ireland where she directed a United Nations research center, and founding Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Community Relations Council. She has worked extensively on international conflicts, and has published widely in the field.

Acknowledgements
Contents
Notes on Contributors
Preface
1. Introduction
2. Governance for Shared Societies
3. Economics for Shared Societies
4. Policing for Shared Societies
5. Health Work for Shared Societies
6. Education for Shared Societies
7. Environments for Shared Societies
8. Cultures for Shared Societies
9. Land for Shared Societies
10. Implementing Policies for Shared Societies
11. Practice Frameworks for Shared Societies
12. Conclusion