Third sector : the contribution of nonprofit and co-operative enterprises in Australia
Lyons, Mark2001
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An overview of Australia's non-profit enterprises. It describes how this part of the economy developed and how it operates, including interaction with the government and business sectors. It also warns of the threats from massive economic, technological and demographic changes.The first comprehensive overview of the not-for-profit organisations that constitute Australia's third sector, and the enormous contribution they make to our society. The book describes how this vital part of our economy developed and how it operates today, including interaction with the government and business sectors.
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Imprint:
St Leonards, N.S.W. : Allen & Unwin, 2001.
Collation:
248 pages ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.Includes bibliographical references (p. 230-238) and index.Also published as an electronic book (Etitle) by James bennett Pty Ltd, in 2003 with ISBN 1741150647.
Contents:
Pt. I. What is the third sector? -- 1. Defining the third sector -- 2. Diversity -- 3. Distinctive characteristics of third sector organisations -- Pt. II. Where is the third sector? -- 4. Community services -- 5. Health -- 6. Education and related activities -- 7. Other human services -- 8. Religion -- 9. Arts and culture -- 10. Sport and recreation -- 11. Interest organisations -- 12. Economic cooperation -- 13. Philanthropic intermediaries -- Pt. III. Why is the third sector where it is? -- 14. The third sector in Australian history -- 15. The dynamics of third sector growth and decline -- Pt. IV. How third sector organisations work -- 16. Governing and managing third sector organisations -- 17. Financing third sector organisations -- 18. Staffing third sector organisations -- Pt. V. Relations with other sectors -- 19. Drawing support from households -- 20. Relations with business -- 21. Relations with government -- Pt. VI. Thinking about the third sector and its importance -- 22. Making an economic contribution -- 23. Making a social and political contribution -- Pt. VII. Challenges -- 24. The challenge of the third sector -- 25. The challenge to third sector organisations.
ISBN:
9781864487428 (paperback)
Dewey class:
361.763
Language:
English
Index terms:
Nongovernment welfare sectorCapital investmentGovernment expenditureGovernment regulationSocial changeFederal issue
BRN:
78752
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research | Tech Book | 361.763 THI | Available |