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Social identity theory in retirement culture in an underprivileged population

A Qualitative Study

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ID6430333
AuthorsKeren-Miriam Adam (0000-0002-2794-6168), T Kalagy (0000-0002-1633-7105), Shenhav Malul, Beth G Zalcman (0000-0002-6585-650X)
Year2024
Volume45
Issue1/2
Pages155-172
Publication date2024-10-22
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueInternational Journal of Sociology and Social Policy (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0144-333X • E-ISSN: 1758-6720
PublisherEmerald Publishing Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1108/ijssp-07-2024-0327
OpenAlexW4403621752
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited44

Purpose Social identity theory describes how an individual’s behaviors and choices are influenced by social group membership, including those related to financial planning. Social group behavior can also be influenced by structural barriers. The primary cause of poverty at retirement stems from the lack of financial planning for retirement. Underprivileged populations tend to have limited access to resources thus, they have difficulty saving for retirement. This study aims to identify barriers to financial planning among underprivileged populations through the framework of the social identity theory. Design/methodology/approach This qualitative study examines key aspects of retirement planning among underprivileged populations using the social identity theory. Findings were based on 32 in-depth interviews with individuals from the Arab population in Israel. Findings Four central themes emerged from the interviews, detailing the motivations for financial planning for retirement: social identity, pension literacy, reliance on the national social security network and (lack of) trust in the state and the pension system. Originality/value By utilizing the social identity theory, this study identifies potential barriers retirement planning among people from underprivileged populations. Understanding these barriers is vital for policymakers globally, due to the expected increase in the rate of older adults in coming years. Lack of proper retirement planning can lead to an increased rate of poverty among older adults

Identity (music · Qualitative research · Social group · Social identity theory · Social science · Sociology · Financial Literacy, Pension, Retirement Analysis · Gender Studies · Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies · Retirement, Disability, and Employment

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