Social Economy in Asia

In Social Economy in Asia: Realities and Perspectives, thirteen specialists discuss the multi-dimensional characteristics and challenges of the social economy in Asia, arguing for its unique effectiveness as a political economic system in the twenty-first century.

In Social Economy in Asia: Realities and Perspectives, thirteen scholars from various academic disciplines analyze the reality and different understandings of the social economy in Asia. By providing detailed case studies, engaging in comparative and global discussions, and examining theoretical and policy-relevant implications, the contributors to this collection argue that the Asian social economy has uniquely benefited as a modern economic system with a human-centric approach.

Part IⅠ: Theoretical and Comparative Perspectives

Chapter 1: A Polanyian View of the Social and Solidarity Economy: Against Developmentalism-Functionalism

Chapter 2: Synergistic Interactions between Social Policy and SSE in Developing Countries: Interfaces in Discourse and Practice

Chapter 3: Mapping Social Economy Organizations in Northeast Asia

Chapter 4: Grassroots Economies, Empowering Local Communities: Case Studies from Three ASEAN Countries

Part IIⅡ: Case Studies of Asian Countries

Chapter 5: Dance with the State: The Case of a Chinese Social Service Organization

Chapter 6: Emerging Nonprofit Corporations in Japan

Chapter 7: Development of Social Economy in South Korea: The Role of Civil Society

Chapter 8: How is Social Economy Contributing to Achieving SDGs in Seoul?

Chapter 9: Women on Wheels in New Delhi, India: Can Social Innovation Promote Gender Equality?