Harlan Koff, University of Luxembourg
Carmen Maganda, University of Luxembourg
Robert Krueger, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
With sponsorship from Regions & Cohesion and Local Environment
Social Cohesion and Sustainable Development are two of the most important themes in contemporary global affairs. Moreover the two paradigms are intrinsically linked through separate but related commitments to the notion of equity. Sustainable development is defined through economic viability, environmental protection and social equity. Social cohesion policies generally include anti-poverty measures, human rights and equitable resource management. Both concepts include inherent references to social justice. The relationship between these paradigms is important because cohesion is an important tool for the construction of sustainability and sustainable development is an important tenant of long-term cohesion.
The relationship between these two paradigms has rarely been highlighted in the academic literature and political arenas. Even though social equity is a central tenant for sustainable development, it has often been overshadowed by considerations focusing more on economic forces and environmental concerns. Similarly, social cohesion debates have addressed the adverse effects of economic globalization and the increasing complexity of plural societies while overlooking critical ecological concerns.
For these reasons, the conveners invite papers that examine links between social cohesion and sustainable development.
Session - Part 1
Chair(s):
John Agnew - University of California - Los Angeles
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Session - Part 2
Chair(s):
John Agnew - University of California - Los Angeles
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