Examining the Interplay of Government Policy, Social Security and Quality of Life: A Study of Public Officers in Timor-Leste
Keywords:
Government policy, social security, quality of life, public officers, Timor-Leste.
Abstract
The objective of this study is to examine how social security acts as a mediator in the relationship between government policy and individuals' quality of life, specifically among public officers in government institutions in Timor-Leste. Utilizing quantitative methods and survey data collected from a sample of public officers in Dili Municipality, Timor-Leste, the research investigates the impact of government policy on individuals' quality of life and identifies social security programs as key mediators. The findings demonstrate that well-designed and favorable government policies significantly influence individuals' quality of life. Moreover, social security programs, including access to healthcare, unemployment benefits, retirement pensions, and social assistance, play a crucial role in positively enhancing individuals' overall well-being and quality of life by providing support and protection. This study contributes to the understanding of how government policy, social security, and quality of life intersect in the specific context of Timor-Leste. The research findings have implications for policymakers in developing effective social security programs that promote individuals' well-being and enhance their quality of life. The study also acknowledges limitations related to data availability and collection challenges, suggesting recommendations for future research to overcome these limitations and deepen understanding in this area.
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Bonoli, G. (2020). Social policy through mandatory private insurance: Lessons from the Swiss experience. Journal of European Social Policy, 30(2), 145-158.
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Favreault, M. M., Johnson, R. W., & Gleckman, H. (2019). How has the shift to 401(k) plans affected retirement income? Retirement Researcher, 18(5), 1-12.
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Feldstein, M. (2021). Tax policy and the funding of social security. NBER Working Paper No. 2909.
Ferrer-i-Carbonell, A. (2019). Inequality, quality of life, and subjective well-being. Journal of Economic Inequality, 17(3), 285-303.
Garcia, M. (2022). Assessing the effectiveness of social security programs: Challenges and opportunities. Journal of Comparative Social Welfare, 39(2), 123-145.
Garcia-Valiñas, M. A., Krimly, T., Rietveld, P., & Zon, A. (2022). The effect of local public services on the overall quality of life. Journal of Regional Science, 62(2), 371-394.
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Hemerijck, A., & Vandenbroucke, F. (2020). Social policy and the covid-19 crisis: The need for intergenerational solidarity.Intergenerational Justice Review, 1(1), 45-53.
Hendricks, L. (2022). Immigration policy and the sustainability of social security systems. Journal of Public Economics, 206, 104454.
Henseler, J., Ringle, C. M., & Sarstedt, M. (2015). A new criterion for assessing discriminant validity in variance-based structural equation modeling. Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, 43(1), 115-135.
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Johnson, R., Anderson, L., & Davis, M. (2023). The role of government policy in promoting social protection: A global perspective. International Journal of Social Welfare, 32(1), 78-96.
Johnson, R., Wilson, S., & Thompson, M. (2020). Government initiatives and the well-being of marginalized populations: A comparative study. Social Science Quarterly, 101(2), 215-230.
Johnson, A. B., Smith, C. D., & Brown, E. F. (2021). The impact of Social Security programs on the Quality of Life of elderly individuals. Journal of Social Policy, 45(3), 345-362.
Johnson, R. W., & Williams, D. A. (2020). How Does Social Security Affect Economic Well-Being? Evidence from the Health and Retirement Study. Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, 39(4), 1056-1080.
Jones, P. (2022). Government policies and social protection: A critical analysis. Journal of Public Policy, 39(4), 567-586.
Katch, H., Martin, P., & Weaver, D. A. (2017). Social Security as social protection. In Handbook of aging and the social sciences (Eighth Edition, pp. 507-526). Academic Press.
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Lee, H., & Lee, J. (2021). The role of Social Security programs in promoting well-being and life satisfaction. Journal of Happiness Studies, 22(5), 1456-1472.
Lee, J., & Kim, S. (2021). The Effect of Unemployment Benefit Generosity on Subjective Well-Being: Evidence from South Korea. Social Indicators Research, 154(2), 419-439.
Lewis, J., & Plomien, A. (2007). Social policy and economic development in the Nordic countries: Social policy and economic development. Palgrave Macmillan.
Li, X., & Liang, Y. (2021). The mediating effect of Social Security on the relationship between Government Policy and life satisfaction. International Journal of Applied Social Science, 10(2), 78-94.
Lucas-Carrasco, R., Eser, E., Hao, Y., & McPherson, K. M. (2011). The quality of care in mental health services. Rehabilitation Psychology, 56(3), 168-177.
Marmot, M., Allen, J., Goldblatt, P., Boyce, T., McNeish, D., Grady, M., ... & Vanderschuren, M. (2012). Fair society, healthy lives: strategic review of health inequalities in England post-2010. The Marmot Review.
Martin, P., & Weaver, D. A. (2005). Social Security and Medicare: A policy primer. The Gerontologist, 45(1), 83-90.
Munnell, A. H., Hou, W., & Sanzenbacher, G. T. (2020). The role of social security in reducing poverty among the elderly. Journal of Aging & Social Policy, 32(4-5), 312-328.
Nhapi, R. (2021). Assessing the impact of government policy on social security programs: A comprehensive framework. Journal of Social Policy Studies, 43(1), 42-62.
RAND Corporation. (2020). Assessing quality of life in Cambridge: Indicators and local frameworks. Retrieved from
Sambt, J., Schippers, J., & Schippers, E. (2020). Social security and social well-being: Evidence from European countries. Journal of European Social Policy, 30(3), 333-347.
Savoia, E., Yilmaz, E., & Spiteri, J. (2021). The interconnection between government policies and quality of life: Evidence from European Union member states. Social Indicators Research, 154, 777-798.
Smith, A. (2022). Social protection and quality of life: A comparative analysis. Journal of Social Policy, 45(3), 432-451.
Smith, J., Johnson, A., & Brown, K. (2021). The impact of favorable government policies on citizen well-being: A comprehensive analysis. Journal of Public Policy, 45(3), 345-362.
Smith, J. A., Johnson, L. M., & Davis, T. C. (2020). The role of government policy in social security and quality of life: A comparative study. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 30(3), 496-514.
Smith, E. G., Anderson, F. H., & Johnson, G. M. (2019). Social Security and well-being: Reducing poverty rates and enhancing the well-being of vulnerable populations. Journal of Public Economics, 126, 123-137.
Smith, N. A., Moen, P., & O'Rand, A. (2021). Socioeconomic Security and Health over the Life Course. In K. W. Schaie & S. L. Willis (Eds.), Handbook of the Psychology of Aging (9th ed., pp. 351-366). Elsevier.
Thompson, L. (2021). Evaluating the effectiveness of social security networks: A comprehensive framework. Journal of Social Work, 21(4), 521-540.
Thompson, A., Smith, B., & Johnson, C. (2022). The mediating role of Social Security in the relationship between Government Policy and well-being outcomes. Journal of Social Policy, 45(3), 123-145.
Trukeschitz, B., Blomgren, J., Dobranskyte, A., & Bramesfeld, A. (2021). Quality of Life and Ageing in Europe: Examining Domains and Determinants. European Journal of Ageing, 1-9.
Verdugo, M. A. (2011). The measurement of quality of life: From the subjective to the relational. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 55(12), 1109-1111.
Yang, J., & Huang, C. (2022). Accountability and citizens’ well-being: A cross-national analysis. Public Management Review, 24(2), 307-331.
Wesemann, A. (2020). The impact of local government quality on the subjective well-being of citizens: Evidence from a major U.S. city. Local Government Studies, 46(1), 57-78.
Wilson, E. (2023). The interplay between government policy, social protection, and quality of life. Social Indicators Research, 154(1), 235-254.
World Bank. (2020). World Development Indicators 2020. World Bank Publications.
Zhang, S., Wang, Q., & Li, W. (2020). The association between Social Security benefits and well-being: A meta-analysis. Social Indicators Research, 147(2), 489-510.
Zhang, Y., & Goza, F. W. (2019). Social security and life satisfaction among older adults in China: Does social security matter for well-being in late life? Journal of Aging & Social Policy, 31(5), 419-438.
Zhang, Y., Wu, Q., & Fang, Y. (2019). Health Insurance Coverage and Quality of Life: Evidence from China. Health Economics, 28(4), 431-448.
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Oliveira, C., Saldanha, E. and Muni, J. (2023) “Examining the Interplay of Government Policy, Social Security and Quality of Life: A Study of Public Officers in Timor-Leste”, Timor Leste Journal of Business and Management, 5, pp. 14-27. doi: 10.51703/bm.v5i0.136.
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