Sweden_Social Democracy & Welfare System

A Nordic model of social democracy usually has the following characteristics:

- A stable economy and free trade,

- Strong trade unions,

- Partnership between employers,trade unions and government,

- Universal provision of basic human rights,

- Gender equality,

- Egalitarian and extensive welfare,

- Income redistribution (progressive and high income tax) and

- Individual autonomy for all citizens.

Free Schooling

Free education and free lunches are provided for children aged 6 to 19.

Extensive Welfare provided by Government

(Source: “The official site of Sweden”, https://sweden.se/)

Healthcare is nearly Free

Free healthcare (including dental care) are provided for children until the age of 20. From the age of 20, affordable healthcare and paid sick leave are provided to all residents.

Elderly Care

Health and social care for the elderly are important parts of Swedish welfare policy as it has an aging population. Swedish investment in the elderly is relatively high as compared with other countries in the world. Its allocation to elderly care, as a proportion of its GDP, is five times the EU average.

A Stable and Prosperous Economy in Sweden

A Success in Sweden

Welfare Capitalism

Happy Swedish family

With a stable market economy and an egalitarian society, the Nordic model of social democracy is regarded as a success in Sweden.

A Nordic Model of Social Democracy: Competitive Capitalism

Human rights, Dignity and Democracy for the Disabilities

It’s the policy of the Swedish government to give people with disabilities a greater chance of participating in society on the same terms as others. Hence, this group of people can live with dignity and have power over their daily life.

Income inequality is Low: Ant-poverty Effect of Government Spending

In Sweden, the gap between the rich and the poor is very small as compared with the USA and other EU countries. Inequality in Sweden remains low because low-skilled workers are generally very well paid. In addition, the income tax is high. From a pay check of 100, 50% or more is paid as taxes.