The financial crisis, pandemic, war and climate threats of recent years show that the global risk landscape is changing rapidly and that the threats to our societies are becoming increasingly interconnected and complex.  Experience from the COVID-19 pandemic shows that the resilience of welfare is crucial, both for good and equal health and for functioning societies in general. At the same time, today’s challenges in health and social care are considerable. When does a crisis begin and who decides? How can we strengthen our crisis preparedness and increase the resilience of Nordic welfare?  

In this publication, researchers in global public health, economic history, demography, sociology and social work contribute reflections from a gender perspective in four essays. Based on their research findings, they open up new perspectives, questions and possible solutions for future crises.

Welfare resilience during crises in the Nordic region

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