Section I Introduction. 1 Why Solidarity and Social Justice Still Matter Today
Introduction
Key Concepts in the Book
Outline of the Book
Glossary
References
Section II Theoretical Perspectives on Solidarity and Social Justice
2 Who We Are and Who We Choose to Help (or Not): An
Introduction to Social Identity Theory
Introduction
A Brief Introduction to Social Identity Theory
How Can Social Identities Encourage Intergroup Animosity and Resistance to Social Change?
How Can Social Identities Facilitate Intergroup Solidarity and Social Change?
Conclusion
Glossary
References
3 Understanding Solidarity in Society: Triggers and Barriers for In- and Outgroup Solidarity
Introduction
Forms of Solidarity: To Whom Do We Owe?
Social Justice: What Do We Owe?
Macro/Meso-level Solidarity: Sociological Ideas About Social Justice and Solidarity
Micro-level Solidarity: Psychological Ideas on Solidarity
Conclusion: Social Justice and Solidarity
Glossary
References
4 Social Justice and the Justification of Social Inequalities
Introduction
What Is a Just Distribution of Burdens and Benefits?
How Can We Create a Just Decision-Making Process?
Who Is Included in Our Justice Judgments?
How Do People Justify Injustice and Inequalities?
Conclusion
Glossary
References
5 The Philosophy of Social Justice and Welfare Provision: Towards Capacitating Solidarity
Introduction
The Good Polity: From T.H. Marshall to John Rawls
The Good Life: From the Means of Economic Security to the Ends of Human Flourishing
Stepping-Stone Solidarity to Complement Robin Hood and Piggy-Bank Social Security
Conclusion: The Correlates of the Good Life in the Good Polity
Glossary
References
6 Who Should Get What and Why? Insights from Welfare Deservingness Theory
Introduction
The Welfare Deservingness Model
Individual and Contextual Differences in Deservingness Opinions
Conclusion
Glossary
References
Section III An Empirical Overview of Social Inequalities Across Societal Fault Lines
7 Gender Stereotypes: What Are They and How Do They Relate to Social Inequality?
Introduction
Where Do Gender Stereotypes Come From and How Are They Reinforced?
Gender Stereotypes and Social Inequality
Promoting Gender Equality
Conclusion
Glossary
References
8 Gender Inequality: Perceptions of Fairness and Justice
Introduction
Gender Inequality in Housework, Care Work, and Paid Employment
A Social Justice Framework for Understanding Gender Inequality
Empirical Example: Accepting Unfair Arrangements at Work
Conclusion
Glossary
References
9 Modern Ageism and Age Stereotyping
Introduction
Age-Related Stereotypes
Stereotype Origins
Consequences of Stereotypes
Countering Modern Ageism
Conclusion
Glossary
References
10 Is the Intergenerational Social Contract Under Pressure?.-Studying Age Cleavages in Attitudes Towards Government Support for the Young and the Old
Introduction
Age and Attitudes Towards Welfare Provision for the Young and the Old
Data and Methodology
Conclusion
Glossary
References
11 How to Study and Understand Socioeconomic Inequalities in Health
Introduction
Defining and Measuring Socioeconomic Position
Intersectionality, Self-Perceived SEP, and Stereotypes
Consequences of SEP for Health and Well-Being
Battling Socioeconomic Inequalities in Health and Well-Being
Conclusion
Glossary
References
12 Deservingness and Socio-Economic Cleavages
Introduction
Deservingness theory and Socio-Economic Differences
Deservingness perceptions in Slovenia and Germany
Conclusion
Glossary
References
13 They Take Away Our Jobs! They Undermine Our National Culture! Public Perceptions of Immigrants and Their Consequences for Solidarity Across Ethnic Boundaries
Introduction
Are They Friendly and Competent? Stereotypes of Immigrants
Stereotypes as Barriers for Inter-Ethnic Solidarity in the Context of Immigration
Host Society Members Perceptions of Economic and Cultural Threats
Threat Perceptions as Barriers for Host Societys Solidarity with Immigrants
Conclusion
Glossary
References
14 Welfare Chauvinism: Are Immigrants Granted Access to Welfare State Benefits?
Introduction
Welfare Chauvinism in Relation to the Welfare Deservingness Literature
Explanations of Welfare Chauvinism
Incidence of Welfare Chauvinism
Welfare Chauvinism: EU Versus Non-EU Immigrants and Different Welfare State Domains
Immigrants Themselves on Welfare State Access
Conclusion
Glossary
References
15 Sexual Orientation as Social Justice Fault Line: The Role of Stigmatised Identities and Minority Community Solidarity in Social Inequalities in Wellbeing
Introduction
Social Inequality Affecting Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual People
Social Stigma, Minority Stress and Wellbeing of LGB People
Solidarity to Achieve Social Justice for LGB People
Conclusion
Glossary
References
16 Perceptions of Deservingness: Civil and Social Rights for Same-Sex Families
Introduction
Civil and Social Rights of Same-Sex Families Within the EU: The Debate
The Current Study: Data and Methods
Results
Civil and Social Rights of Citizens Who Move Within the EU
Conclusion
Glossary
References
Section IV Global Challenges to Solidarity and Social Justice
17 Leaving No One Behind: Climate Change as a Societal Challenge for Social Justice and Solidarity
Introduction
Environmental Justice in Reaction to Climate Change
Individual Behaviour in Climate Change Mitigation
Beyond the Motivation for Sustainable Behaviour
Sustainability Transitions: Challenges for Solidarity and Social Justice
Glossary
References
18 Digitalisation of Public Services as a Challenge to Social Justice
Introduction
Digitalisation of Public Services Provision
Social Justice and the Digital Divide
Conclusion
Glossary
References
19 The Covid-19 Pandemic and Societal Challenges to Solidarity and Social Justice: Consequences for Vulnerable Groups
Introduction
Inequalities in the Prevalence and Severity of COVID-19
Inequalities in the Impact of Measures to Curb COVID-19
Challenges to Solidarity and Social Justice During the Ongoing Pandemic
Conclusion
Glossary
References
Section V Conclusions
20 Understanding Solidarity and Social Justice: Barriers that Remain
Introduction
Key Conclusions About Solidarity and Social Justice
Solidarity, and Social Justice in a Changing World?
References.