Exploratory Research on the Introduction of Family Impact Analysis |
Hyunah Lee |
Center for Family-School Partnership Policy Research, Research Institute of Human Ecology, Seoul National University |
Corresponding Author:
Hyunah Lee ,Tel: +82-2-880-2630, Fax: +82-2-880-2630, Email: leehyun@snu.ac.kr |
Received: April 6, 2012; Revised: June 8, 2012 Accepted: September 23, 2012. |
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ABSTRACT |
The aim of this study is to suggest the introduction of family impact analysis. Family impact analysis is needed to evaluate family policies from the family perspective. This study deals with the definition of family impact analysis and the cases of other impact analysis, such as gender impact assessment and employment impact analysis. In addition, this study suggests the introduction of family impact analysis with evaluation methods, evaluation indicators, and evaluation processes. Evaluation methods are divided into self-assessment and specific-assessment. Evaluation indicators need to be developed based on the family strength. This research also suggests the securing of family time as a basic assessment indicator. The evaluation processes consist of object selection, assessment, evaluation report, and policy improvement. Finally, this study suggests that family impact analysis is a strong strategy for promoting family-friendly policies. In order to introduce family impact analysis in a more systematic manner, further studies on the standards of assessment, formation of research institutions, and the legislative system will be necessary. |
Keywords:
family impact analysis, family perspective, family policy |
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