Poverty Relief in a Mixed Economy

The study delves into the welfare mix in poverty relief, exploring the concepts of welfare mix, privatization, and marketization. It first clarifies these terms and their interconnections. The second part empirically analyzes the welfare mix in Austria, focusing on the roles of public agencies and nonprofits in providing poverty alleviation. By examining these two organizational actors, the study highlights recent shifts in the welfare landscape and their implications for poverty relief strategies.