10 Interesting Fact About The history of social welfare

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• The history of social welfare begins in ancient times, where charity activities such as providing food and assistance for those who need it have been done.
• In Britain in the 16th century, the government began to provide assistance to those who were poor, sick, and homeless.
• In the 19th century, the United States government began to form social welfare programs, such as pension insurance and health insurance for workers.
• Along with the development of industry in Europe and the United States, there is an increase in the number of workers who require social protection.
• In the 20th century, many countries in the world began to adopt social welfare programs, including Indonesia.
• In Indonesia, the social welfare program was introduced during the administration of President Soekarno by forming a Social Maintenance Agency (BPS) in 1953.
• During the administration of President Soeharto, the social welfare program in Indonesia was more focused on community empowerment programs, such as the District Development Program (PKK).
• The development of technology and the internet has facilitated access to the public to find information and social welfare assistance.
• Some non-governmental organizations such as the Dompet Dhuafa Foundation and Rumah Zakat play a role in providing social welfare assistance for people in need.
• In recent years, the issue of social welfare has become an increasingly important topic in the world, especially in an effort to overcome social inequality and reduce poverty in various countries.