Third Sector in Europe

Edited by one of the leading names in the public management and the non-profit sectors, this up-to-date and accessible book, not only offers and explores theoretical models and research developed from a European perspective, broadening the scope of Third Sectors models, most of which have been based on the US, but also presents the recent findings of several European research networks.Building upon recent research and addressing key issues for the Third Sector in Europe, including the distinctive institutional arena for the Third Sector within Europe (especially within the EU), the contributors also engage with of a number issues, that already are or will be important for European society over the coming decade. These are: the promotion of social inclusion enlargement of the EU the creation and/or sustenance of civil society the delivery of public services to local communities. Not only exploring the Third Sector and its relationship to the state, this book draws together a range of related wider themes and as such is an invaluable resource for students of all levels studying in a variety of areas including international business, ownership and organization of entrepreneurship and non-profit making organization.Osborne, Stephen P. is the author of 'Third Sector in Europe', published 2008 under ISBN 9780415423397 and ISBN 0415423392.