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What is really happening in social and health policy – is the foundation of the welfare society crumbling? Recording of a discussion event open to all on 3 December 2024 on changes in the welfare state, social and health policy and civil society at the University of Helsinki's Science Corner. Discussants and topics: What is happening to the most vulnerable people due to the combined effects of many cuts and a hardened climate of attitudes? Minna Kivipelto, Professor of Social Work, University of Jyväskylä, Commentary by Annuska Dal Maso, Head of the Face-to-Face Work Unit, A-Klinikka Foundation What is happening to the value base of the welfare state, fundamental rights, equality? Postdoctoral researcher Iina Järvinen, University of Turku Commentary by Anna Pekkarinen, Social Expert of the Year, Pikassos, Social Expertise Centre What is happening to civil society, its independence and possibilities for action, democracy? University Lecturer Katalin Miklóssy University of Helsinki Commentary: Secretary General Vertti Kiukas, SOSTE The event was hosted by Isak Rautio, creator of the Futucast podcast.