Social Cohesion in Australia
Contributors: James Jupp (Editor); John Nieuwenhuysen (Editor); Emma Dawson (Editor)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: November 12, 2007
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 240
ISBN-13: 9780521709439
Subjects: Social theory; Social Science; Sociology; Emigration & Immigration; Public Policy - Cultural Policy; Sociology - General; Social Science / Sociology / General; Australia; Social conditions; Social interaction
Description: Australia's reputation as a successful large scale immigrant-receiving nation is well formed. In the latest wave, not only have millions of diverse people arrived in the post-war period from 1945 to a growing, high income, good employment economy; but the society absorbing them has remained stable and cohesive. This is not to say that it has been entirely plain sailing - sensitive debate, isolated interethnic violence, and the degree of migrant ghettoisation have been prominent, though varying in intensity over time. But overall, the planned program of immigration and settlement by Australia's governments over the years has been successful. This volume examines key elements of the means by which social cohesion can be constructively sought in Australia. With contributions from some of Australia's leading experts in this field, this book addresses the key concern: what are the threats to Australia's social cohesion and how can they be countered?