University of Ottawa, Simard 125
4:00 - 6:30pm
Title: A European Perspective on Religion and Welfare: Connections, Reflections and Extensions
Abstract: This presentation draws on a recently completed project on religion and welfare in eight European societies (Sweden, Finland, Norway, England,Germany, France, Italy and Greece). It starts by setting out the ideas of two key theorists: Gøsta Esping-Andersen and David Martin. Esping-Andersen’s work provides a touchstone for the understanding of welfare regimes; Martin’s work is equally well-known in the sociology of religion. Seldom, however, are the two perspectives brought together. A combination of the two approaches ...