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Abstract/Sommario: The Academic Network of European Disability experts (ANED) was established by the European Commission in 2008 to provide scientific support and advice for its disability policy Unit. In particular, the activities of the Network support the future development of the EU Disability Action Plan and practical implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Monitoring the extent to which disabled people are able to participate in the life of ...; [Leggi tutto...] The Academic Network of European Disability experts (ANED) was established by the European Commission in 2008 to provide scientific support and advice for its disability policy Unit. In particular, the activities of the Network support the future development of the EU Disability Action Plan and practical implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Monitoring the extent to which disabled people are able to participate in the life of mainstream society is a challenge with which the European Commission has been increasingly concerned and with which the CRPD now requires all concluding States and regional international organisations (including the European Community) to grapple. This report focuses on principles underlying the identification of indicators to be used in monitoring the implementation of the CRPD and provides examples of indicators already in use in the monitoring of disability rights.

Abstract/Sommario: As a comprehensive survey of methods used for measuring multidimensional poverty, illustrates state-of-the-art of quantitative techniques used in multidimensional poverty studies. As a matter of fact, poverty is often defined by one-dimensional measures, such as income. But no one indicator alone can capture the multiple aspects that constitute poverty. Multidimensional poverty is made up of several factors that constitute poor people’s experience of deprivati ...; [Leggi tutto...] As a comprehensive survey of methods used for measuring multidimensional poverty, illustrates state-of-the-art of quantitative techniques used in multidimensional poverty studies. As a matter of fact, poverty is often defined by one-dimensional measures, such as income. But no one indicator alone can capture the multiple aspects that constitute poverty. Multidimensional poverty is made up of several factors that constitute poor people’s experience of deprivation – such as poor health, lack of education, inadequate living standard, disempowerment, poor quality of work and threat from violence. The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), developed by Sabina Alkir and James Foster, has been included in the Human Development Reports of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) since 2010 and the release of national poverty measures in Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Bhutan and the Philippines. This book introduces the framework for multidimensional measurement and addresses practical implementation issues.

Abstract/Sommario: This book brings together leading international academics to examine how digital technologies impact on work and organisations. Grounded in Labour Process Theory, it provides a rigorous account of the technological, organizational and work related changes not only in the new “digital” industries, but also in “traditional” service and manufacturing sectors.

Abstract/Sommario: This book aims at contributing to a better understanding of the service economy. By exploring the key dimensions, available empirical evidence and associated policy implications, the author comprehensively investigates the new challenges facing the global economy, including employment, productivity, innovation and competitiveness. The case of the European services is highlighted, particularly in comparison to the US. On the basis of these challenges, the book examines the existing and ...; [Leggi tutto...] This book aims at contributing to a better understanding of the service economy. By exploring the key dimensions, available empirical evidence and associated policy implications, the author comprehensively investigates the new challenges facing the global economy, including employment, productivity, innovation and competitiveness. The case of the European services is highlighted, particularly in comparison to the US. On the basis of these challenges, the book examines the existing and potential services-related policies at the EU level, incorporating discussions on regulation, competition policy, internal markets and regional policies.The book argues that the orientation of many of these policies is still in its incipient stages and there is much to be done in terms of scope, definition, coordination and shaping to satisfy the needs and varied nature of heterogeneous services. To have a strong and integrated services market in the EU remains as a major policy objective requiring new impetus and political ambition in order to succeed. This work combines new evidence on the service economy and a full range of policy implications at the EU level. As such it will be of interest to researchers and policymakers, professionals in service firms, students in international business and those interested in services as a dimension of any economic and business activity.