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The Politics of Veteran Benefits in the Twentieth Century
What happened to veterans of the nations involved in the world
wars? How did they fare when they returned home and needed
benefits? How were they recognized-or not-by their governments and
fellow citizens? Where and under what circumstances did they obtain
an elevated postwar status?
In this sophisticated comparative history of government policies
regarding veterans, Martin Crotty, Neil J. Diamant, and Mark Edele
examine veterans' struggles for entitlements and benefits in the
United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Taiwan, the Soviet Union,
China, Germany, and Australia after both global conflicts. They
illuminate how veterans' success or failure in winning benefits
were affected by a range of factors that shaped their ability to
exert political influence. Some veterans' groups fought politicians
for improvements to their postwar lives; this lobbying, the authors
show, could set the foundation for beneficial veteran treatment
regimes or weaken the political forces proposing unfavorable
policies.
The authors highlight cases of veterans who secured (and in some
cases failed to secure) benefits and status after wars both won and
lost; within both democratic and authoritarian polities; under
liberal, conservative, and even Leninist governments; after wars
fought by volunteers or conscripts, at home or abroad, and for
legitimate or subsequently discredited causes. Veterans who
succeeded did so, for the most part, by forcing their agendas
through lobbying, protesting, and mobilizing public support.
The Politics of Veteran Benefits in the Twentieth Century
provides a large-scale map for a research field with a future:
comparative veteran studies.
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Veteran friendships across lifetimes
This book focuses on how military friendships translate from the battlefield into civilian life and how they assist soldiers in gaining peace with the past, happiness in the present, and hope for the future. Ward uses shared stories of comradeship both on and off the battlefield to demonstrate the pivotal role of friendship throughout a lifetime.
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What have we done : the moral injury of our longest wars
\"Most Americans are now familiar with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and its prevalence among troops. In this ... new book, David Wood examines the far more pervasive yet less understood experience of those we send to war: moral injury, the violation of our fundamental values of right and wrong that so often occurs in the impossible moral dilemmas of modern conflict. It is a call to listen intently to our newest generation of veterans, and to ponder the inevitable human costs of putting American 'boots on the ground' as new wars approach\"-- Adapted from book jacket.
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Prison visit for those behind bars in Europe - an essential element for reintegration into society
The support of loved ones is beneficial at any time and in any activity that an individual wants to pursue. In difficult moments in life, the importance of the support given by the loved ones increases. This is also the case at the time of separation from society by being sentenced to a prison sentence due to committing an act condemned by the criminal law. Periodic visits from family, friends or other acquaintances help the condemned to get over the dark period in his life more easily. Also, being released into society for short periods is extremely important for the moral tonus of the person serving a custodial sentence. Such rewards are predominantly used near the time when the prisoner will end his prison sentence to alleviate the shock of reintegration into the community.
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Interventions targeting young people not in employment, education or training (NEET) for increased likelihood of return to school or employment
The present systematic review aims to identify, synthesize, and evaluate evidence of effects from interventions targeting youth not in education, employment, or training (NEET). We searched relevant multidisciplinary databases to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi-randomized re-engagement trials. Primary outcomes were participation in education and employment, and training status. Secondary outcomes included changes in financial status, quality of life and well-being, social functioning, and physical, psychological, and behavioral outcomes. The Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and PRISMA guidelines were applied. Eligible studies were screened, included, and extracted for data. Nine trials were included (eight RCTs and one quasi-experimental study), in which samples ranged from 96 to 7346 participants. Results on primary outcomes showed that five studies found an effect of interventions on employment outcomes, while three studies indicated an effect on education or training. Results on secondary outcomes included effects on mental health, subjective health complaints, drug use, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. Studies with other main outcomes than re-engagement showed an effect of interventions on pass rates for the driving test, independent housing, and increased job-seeking activities. Limitations and future directions are discussed, including the lack of rigorous studies, theoretical underpinnings, and standardized measures for re-engagement outcomes. Systematic review registration: registered in PROSPERO, CRD42023463837 .
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Finding stable employment – is there hope for individuals with criminal records in South Africa?
This paper examines the impact of criminal record expungement on employment opportunities and explores strategies to improve the employability of formerly incarcerated individuals. A comprehensive literature review approach was adopted to synthesise existing research, policies, and theoretical perspectives on the topic. This approach was suitable given the limited empirical research and fragmented understanding of criminal record expungement and offender reintegration in the South African context. Findings indicate that securing sustainable employment remains one of the greatest challenges faced by ex-offenders, primarily due to structural barriers within communities, employer bias, societal stigma, and personal limitations such as inadequate education and job skills. To address these challenges, the paper recommends expanding expungement eligibility criteria, reducing waiting periods, and introducing automatic record-sealing for minor offences. Additionally, it proposes policy interventions such as employer tax incentives, financial protections, and facilitating access to employment opportunities within the Department of Correctional Services.
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