A Comparative Study of the Social Security System and Providing a Welfare Model based on Evidence and Experiences
Subject Areas : human resource managementmajid bagherzadeh 1 , Reza Najafbagy 2 , karamolah Danesh Fard 3
1 - دانشجو دکتری گروه مدیریت واحدقشم، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، قشم، ایران
2 - Professor, Department of Public Administration, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
3 - هیات علمی
Keywords: social security system, welfare model, evidence and experiences,
Abstract :
Background and purpose: The comparative analysis of social security systems across various nations facilitates the identification of their respective strengths and weaknesses, thereby enabling the formulation of evidence-based and experience-driven transformative models. This research aims a comparative study of the social security system and providing a welfare model based on evidence and experiences.
Research method: The methodology employed in this research involves content analysis, with a comprehensive examination of the similarities and differences between Iran's social security system and those of selected countries across various domains. A comparative analysis was conducted involving a sample of six countries.
Findings: The findings indicate that in the examined countries within the insurance sector, the social insurance system is predicated on employment, characterized by a labor-employer relationship. It relies on the collection of insurance premiums from the insured individuals, their employers, and occasionally governmental assistance. In contrast, within the non-insurance sector, the government assumes responsibility for social security for individuals with low financial resources, facilitating a shift towards comprehensive coverage funded by national income sources. Additionally, these countries provide support to individuals who income falls below a specified threshold, thereby transitioning from social insurance to social welfare programs.
Conclusion: The social security system in Iran necessitates comprehensive planning that encompasses economic components, healthcare and treatment services, emergency relief and rescue operations, organizational coordination, support and rehabilitation mechanisms, and the effective implementation of policies.
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