Perception of intergenerational inheritance of inequalities in Estonia
Perception of intergenerational inheritance of inequalities in Estonia

Summary/Abstract: The interviews with national elites and local stakeholders in Pärnu revealed that the Estonian society is exposed to a high risk of intergenerational inheritance of inequalities which could be considered as an obstacle for ensuring the sustainable development of the society. The phenomenon of intergenerational inheritance was interpreted as an inevitable part of social life, an unexpected outcome of societal transition, or a result of personal choices and individual values. In more detail, the social and cultural values and attitudes of the family of origin will determine the aspirations of the younger generation to achieve a social position in the society. In real life, the realization of these aspirations will depend on the economic resources of the family. It means that the simple factor of economic hardships or poverty would not necessarily result in inherited poor social status.

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