OAFP 9510 - Age and Public Policies

This class aims at bringing the issue of age back into public policy analysis. Age plays a crucial role in shaping people’s needs, opportunities, and challenges, and public policies must adapt to these differences. As a result, governments design policies for children, adults, and older populations, globally structuring their life course trajectory. We will examine why and how age matters for public policies and how demographic and generational changes actually influence policy making. The course also highlights key debates, such as pension reforms, young people’s entry into adulthood, and early childhood education and care. By studying international case studies, students will understand how different societies respond to aging populations or youth-related challenges. We will discuss how policies can promote fairness between generations and support people across the life course.

No requirement needed.

• 1 paper 80%
• Student engagement during the semester (participation in class discussions during and outside of class, ability to ask questions, and class citizenship etc.) (20%)