8 Socially Advanced Countries You Will Enjoy Living in ...

By A.J.

The Social Progress Index, developed by Professor Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School, shows how even countries with low GDP can be socially progressive through their focus on issues such as social equality, health and wellness, or eliminating corruption. Let's take a look at some of the most socially advanced countries in the world, countries that you're sure to enjoy both visiting and living in.

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Spain

Spain As long as you can get a job in Spain, you are sure to enjoy living there. Despite ranking #27 in shelter and #41 in ecological sustainability, Spain ranks #5 in the world when it comes to air, water and sanitation. It is also very highly ranked when it comes to the quality of its higher education and equity and inclusion.

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Japan

Japan Japan is the best country in the world to move to if you're looking for support in finding a place to live. It also ranks quite high in terms of personal safety, education and sanitation, and popular belief also confirms that Japan is one of the cleanest and most respectable countries on the planet.

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Switzerland

Switzerland Switzerland is definitely one of the most socially progressive countries you will find. Personal freedom, safety and access to communication and information are at their highest in this small European country. Also, a curious fact about Switzerland is that it hasn't been directly involved in a war for almost 200 years – since the Sonderbund War in 1847.

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The Netherlands

The Netherlands The Netherlands has a GDP ranking of 7 – one of the best on this list. Also, according to the Social Progression Index, it ranks extremely high in water and sanitation, as well as access to information and communication, making it quite similar to Switzerland in many respects. The difference is that the Dutch will also provide you with a better chance to settle down in their country.

5

Australia

Australia Its high ranking in personal rights, sanitation and basic medical care make Australia one of the most sought-out countries on the Social Progress Index list. Also, anyone looking for good job opportunities and adequate access to higher education will be thrilled to find that the Land Down Under exceeds expectations in providing that kind of support.

Famous Quotes

To give oneself earnestly to the duties due to men, and, while respecting spiritual beings, to keep aloof from them, may be called wisdom.

Confucius
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Germany

Germany Its remarkably high rankings in nutrition, medical aid, education, shelter, water and sanitation make Germany one of the most modern and stable countries in the world today. Although its ecological efforts are still lagging behind a bit, Germany can be a great place to start a family, enjoy exceptional safety and prosperity, and find good work.

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Canada

Canada If you're tired of living in the US, you can simply cross the border to the north, and settle down in Canada. This country ranks #1 when it comes to personal safety, as well as in equity, inclusion and personal rights. Also, you don't have to be a rocket scientist to know it's a great place to find a good job.

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Sweden

Sweden Finally, the most socially progressive country in the world is Sweden. Here personal freedom, safety, air, water, sanitation, nutrition and medical care are at their best, and you'll also have very good access to housing and higher education.

Although my list covers some the most socially progressive countries in the world, even these places are not completely free of problems. They can, however, provide some excellent conditions for anyone interested in moving there. Which of them would you like to move to?

Sources:
businessinsider.com
thejournal.ie
articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com
funtrivia.com

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I've lived in Liverpool, UK all my life but I wouldn't mind moving to Australia. Came back from Melbourne last summer and I loved it! Very laid back vibe, lovely people and safe night life. I'd probably retire there if I had the money!

Ahhhhh Australia's heaven on earth!

It's really funny when Americans who've probably never been to Europe, let alone more than one country feel they can comment on it! Let alone to the vast degree in this article!

I would very much love to try living in a different country, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, Australia, Canada...but in terms of being socially progressive, just how welcoming are some of these countries to Americans?

Thanks Alex. I've lived in Melbourne all my life and I can see why we are the winners of the most liveable city again. It's a great place to work, live and play. 👍😄

Ummm Germany ??! I don't think so.. I love Munich, Japan or Switzerland But Believed me it's nothing like USA.. Especially for woman's.. Freedoms you can be whatever you want, open your opportunities Just my opinion..

Japan is for me!!!

I live in sweden, what you mention is great and true, yes. But the political situation is horrible and they all just want to get rid of all non-Swedish people. 😔

Melbourne sounds good to me.

Switzerland unfortunately isn't that socially progressive. It's not very fond of immigrants, especially Muslims. They just recently banned the burqa.

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