Scale of risk of poverty and social exclusion

Abstract

This article presents the causes, scale and effects of social exclusion and the importance of social cooperatives in the fight against social exclusion. In addition, it outlines the measures taken to reduce social exclusion. Social cooperatives are institutions that are established to reduce social exclusion, by social and professional reintegration. Foreclosure occurs when a given individual or social group found itself in a situation which significantly impedes the performance of social roles, the use of public goods and services, social infrastructure and gaining income through decent work, remunerated. Social exclusion negatively affects quality of life, reduces social activity and employment and increases the costs of the state. Social exclusion inter alia due to inequality, mainly profitable, but also in terms of access to education, work properly rewarded and social security. Social exclusion is multidimensional and dynamic, so it can be defined in different ways. In Poland in 2011, at risk of poverty or social exclusion it was 27.2% of the population. Causes and types of exclusion is very much, so it’s important to recognize that you can take steps to minimize exclusion. The occurrence of social exclusion adversely affects not only the given entity or social group, but also on socio-economic situation, limiting economic growth and development. The fight against social exclusion is of vital importance in EU policy. Combating this phenomenon requires a comprehensive cooperation of all state institutions, local government units and the community.