The Third Sector

The Third Sector
Author: Meghan Kallman
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2016-10-17
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0252098854

Civil society organizations, nonprofits, national and international nongovernmental organizations, and a variety of formal and informal associations have coalesced into a world political force. Though the components of this so-called third sector vary by country, their cumulative effects play an ever-greater role in global affairs. Looking at relief and welfare organizations, innovation organizations, social networks, and many other kinds of groups, Meghan Elizabeth Kallman and Terry Nichols Clark explore the functions, impacts, and composition of the nonprofit sector in six key countries. Chinese organizations, for example, follow the predominantly Asian model of government funding that links their mission to national political goals. Western groups, by contrast, often explicitly challenge government objectives, and even gain relevance and cache by doing so. In addition, Kallman and Clark examine groups in real-world contexts, providing a wealth of political-historical background, in-depth consideration of interactions with state institutions, region-by-region comparisons, and suggestions for how groups can borrow policy options across systems. Insightful and forward-seeing, The Third Sector provides a rare international view of organizations and agendas driving change in today's international affairs.

Third Sector Research

Third Sector Research
Author: Rupert Taylor
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2010-03-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1441957073

To mark the 20th Anniversary of Voluntas: International Journal of Voluntary and Nonprofit Organizations the editor has compiled a comprehensive overview of contemporary debates in third sector scholarship, comprised of all original research by leaders in the field. The volume will offer a critical review of the central and innovative themes that have come to form the core of third sector debate and research with an international focus. The first global compendium of third sector research, this volume provides a international, multi-disciplinary, and state-of-the-art overview of the field. The contributions not only examine and review the existing scholarship, but introduce new perspectives and thinking on the third sector—especially in terms of future implications around the world. Topics covered include: -History and Development of the Field -New Trends in Volunteering and Philanthropy -Volunteering and Participation in Developing Countries -Leadership and Governance -Corporate Responsibility -Social Capital -Global Civil Society This seminal volume provides a broad and comprehensive look at the field of Third Sector Research, of primary interest to researchers in political science, sociology, development studies, and nonprofit leadership programs.

The Third Sector as a Renewable Resource for Europe

The Third Sector as a Renewable Resource for Europe
Author: Lester M Salamon
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2020-10-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781013291135

This book provides a critical account of the third sector and its future in Europe. It offers an original conceptualization of the third sector in its European manifestations alongside an overview of its major contours, including its structure, sources of support, and recent trends. It also assesses the impact of this sector in Europe which considers its contributions to European economic development, citizen well-being and human development.The Third Sector As A Renewable Resource for Europe presents the findings of the Third Sector Impact (TSI) project funded by the European Union's Seventh Framework Program (FP7). It recognises that in a time of social and economic distress, as well as enormous pressures on governmental budgets, the third sector and volunteering represent a unique 'renewable resource' for social and economic problem-solving and civic engagement in Europe. This work was published by Saint Philip Street Press pursuant to a Creative Commons license permitting commercial use. All rights not granted by the work's license are retained by the author or authors.

Third-sector Development

Third-sector Development
Author: Christopher Eaton Gunn
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2004
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780801439919

The third sector -- Third-sector scope, scale, and purpose -- Development and the third sector -- Food -- Housing -- Financial services -- Health care -- The arts -- Other basic needs -- Support organizations -- Public policy for third-sector development -- Developing a future.

The Third Sector in Europe

The Third Sector in Europe
Author: Adalbert Evers
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781843769774

The contributors examine the voluntary & non-profit sectors in Europe. They discuss a number of issues regarding this 'third' sector.

Third Sector

Third Sector
Author: Mark Lyons
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2020-07-22
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000248216

'Not for profit' enterprises provide services enjoyed or depended upon by many Australians. But the charities, sports clubs, churches, community organisations, welfare groups, associations, unions, and foundations that draw on our support - and comprise the third sector - also make a significant contribution to our society. They promote social change and defend traditional values; they express our capacity to work together without being ordered by government or lured by profit. Third Sector provides the first overview of Australia's non-profit enterprises. It describes how this vital part of our economy developed and how it operates today, including interaction with the government and business sectors. As well as documenting the third sector's contributions, it warns of the threats it faces from massive economic, technological and demographic changes. Third sector organisations must now adapt to new circumstances, and prove worthy of continuing support. For community leaders, this book is essential reading. For politicians, public servants and anyone else who interacts with the third sector, it will be an invaluable resource. As the most comprehensive reference available, Third Sector will be useful to students and teachers of politics, public policy, and welfare studies.

The Third Sector

The Third Sector
Author: Theodore Levitt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 182
Release: 1973-01-01
Genre: Social action
ISBN: 9780814453360

Hybrid Organizations and the Third Sector

Hybrid Organizations and the Third Sector
Author: David Billis
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2010-05-07
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1350313386

Addressing a key social policy problem, this book analyses modern voluntary organisations through the lens of a new theory of hybrid organisations, which is tested and developed in the context of a range of case studies. Essential reading for all interested in the future of the third sector.

Social Enterprise and the Third Sector

Social Enterprise and the Third Sector
Author: Jacques Defourny
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2014-06-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1134619715

The concepts of social enterprise and social entrepreneurship are rapidly attracting increased attention in academic spheres and from policy-makers, as well as field workers who are setting up new initiatives or reshaping their organizations. These concepts are perceived as defining innovative and dynamic responses to major global challenges in today’s societies. The debate about social enterprise is now world-wide, with lively exchanges between American and European scholars. However, the research and landscapes still differ significantly in different regions, and diversity also exists within specific regions such as Europe. This book presents the most comprehensive set of contributions reflecting the European-wide debate, but with frequent connections to developments in other parts of the world. This book is a result of work carried out by members of the EMES International Research Network, which is a pioneer in this field. Social Enterprise and the Third Sector will appeal to all researchers who focus on the third sector, social economy and social enterprise, to MBA and postgraduate students, as well as to intellectual social enterprise leaders and practitioners. It will soon become a key reference for all those who want to explore the full richness of these concepts and follow this important academic debate.