The module describes the main features attached to Nordic welfare societies with emphasis on the Finnish experiences and developments. The module helps students to make a distinction between different type of welfare regimes, to better understand the distinctiveness of the Nordic welfare model and differences between Nordic countries.
The preliminary topics of lectures are listed below. The lectures will be held at following times:
6.3. at 9-11 Introduction & practicalities (Katri-Maria Järvinen)
13.3. at 9-11 The Nordic Healthcare System(Katri Sieberg)
20.3. at 9-11 Care Policies for Older People in Transition: the Case of Finland (Anneli Anttonen)
22.3. at 14-16 Basic Income and Nordic Welfare State (Johanna Perkiö)
27.3. at 9-11 Gender in/equality in Nordic working life: welfare state paradox revisited (Armi Mustosmäki)
5.4. at 8-10 Universalism (Antti Halmetoja)
10.4 at 9-11 Childcare policies (Katja Repo)
12.4 at 9-11 The Nordic Model of Industrial Relations (Markku Sippola)
17.4 at 9-11 Income inequality and poverty (Elina Tuominen)
to 19.4. at 8-10 Conclusion & essay instructions (Katri-Maria Järvinen)