Date of Award
2017
Degree Type
Open Access Thesis
Document Type
Master Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Department
Government
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Government and Economics
First Advisor
Kerem Ozan Kalkan
Department Affiliation
Government and Economics
Second Advisor
Randall D. Swain
Department Affiliation
Government and Economics
Abstract
The present study will provide a review of the literature regarding social equity and a place within Public Administration. Social equity is a value that informs theory and practice. The manner in which value informs theory and practice will be included to provide a theoretical basis. Tensions between New Public Administration and the previous school of thought will be highlighted. A case study approach will be utilized in this discussion to investigate and analyze the issue of homelessness. The case study will be used to illustrate the gaps in terms of administrative response in alleviating homelessness for individuals and families, primarily supported by data specific to the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Best practices and or suggestions for policy and practice will be provided in conclusion.
Copyright
Copyright 2017 Shana Leigh Goggins
Recommended Citation
Goggins, Shana Leigh, "Social Equity in Public Administration" (2017). Online Theses and Dissertations. 527.
https://encompass.eku.edu/etd/527
