TRANSFORMATIVE SOCIAL POLICY: THE CASE OF SOCIAL SECURITY, PROTECTION AND PUBLIC SERVICES

Abstract

This study examines the transformational impact of social policies on economic growth, social equity, and public welfare by analysing social security, protection mechanisms, and public services. Using a comparative data-driven approach, the study evaluates how welfare investments influence poverty reduction, GDP growth, and public health outcomes. Statistical comparisons between Sweden, Germany, the UK, Nigeria, and India reveal that higher social spending leads to lower poverty rates, improved labour market participation, and better healthcare access. It further investigates the role that social security systems play in reducing poverty and inequality, the significance of social protection measures in protecting vulnerable people, and the contribution that public services make to improving the quality of life and ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities.

The study used a mixed-methods approach, integrating qualitative and quantitative data, to provide substantial insights into policy effects and public perceptions across distinct socio-demographic categories across different areas. Critical results demonstrate that current policies often inadequately address the specific requirements of disadvantaged people, highlighting gaps in access to healthcare and other services. The research emphasises that transformational social policies may remedy inequities and perhaps enhance health outcomes and public health equality.

Findings underscore the need for higher public investment, institutional efficiency, and global cooperation in welfare policy. The consequences are significant, indicating that policymakers have to emphasise the incorporation of social protection frameworks within healthcare systems to enhance inclusion and resilience in public service delivery by advancing the debate on social policy development, promoting a paradigm shift towards comprehensive and equitable strategies that tackle structural inequities, so establishing social policies as essential for attaining sustainable health for everyone. The research provides insights into how social policies may be conceived and executed to maximise their transformational effect by emphasising best practices and lessons learned from diverse national settings.