Social Capital in Singapore

Social Capital in Singapore

Vincent Chua - 2023

Overview

This volume explores the paradox of achieving social cohesion within Singapore's meritocratic and multicultural global city-state. Meritocracy, while promoting equal opportunity, can lead to social stratification through academic sorting and elite identification. The authors propose network diversity—the organic formation of ties across social boundaries—as a remedy. This social mixing, facilitated by policies and platforms within institutions like schools and workplaces, fosters national identity and trust. The book presents empirical research testing this hypothesis within Singaporean society.

Who it's for

• Scholars and practitioners in public policy.
• Researchers in social network analysis.
• Individuals interested in Singapore's societal dynamics.

Key features

• Paperback edition
• Published by Taylor&Francis
• 174 pages
• ISBN: 9780367635077
• Published in 2023