한국 아동복지의 이념과 과제 고찰 = An Inquiry into the Concept and Issues of Child Welfare in Korea

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This paper seeks to evaluate the current state of institutions and policies governing child welfare in Korea, based on the notion that child welfare should constitute a top priority in the overall welfare policy of a nation. It also explores directions for future policy and issues to be addressed in child welfare. In this context, we looked into ideology which plays a central role in determining the future course of institutional and policy reform. We also discuss several key issues such as child protection, children`s right to welfare, selective vs universal notion state paternalism and pro-family. Based on the discussion, the paper suggests that Korean child welfare system and policies aim at fulfilling the welfare of all children and that Korea build a system that manages and promotes the mental welfare of children from their infancy.