An introduction to the faith-based initiatives -- The historical role of religion in government social services and the development of the faith-based initiatives -- Faith-based liaisons : finding faith in the faith-based initiatives -- Making the initiatives the law of the land -- Calling all the faithful : faith-based conferences and liaison choices as symbolic politics -- Here, there, but not quite everywhere : why are there faith-based initiatives? -- Religion, policy, and politics : institutionalizing religion within state government -- Conclusion: What is success?
Summary
This title explores how there is often more than meets the eye where politics and money are concerned. Faith-Based Initiatives are no exception. The book looks at how, despite the good intentions of some, faith-based policies did not create new significant programmes to help those in need
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 227-240) and index
