A social democratic party is a political party that advocates for a democratic socialist ideology. There are a few synonyms for social democratic party, including democratic socialist party, socialist party, and social liberal party. These parties generally support policies such as government-funded healthcare, free college education, and greater economic equality. Social democratic parties are often found in Western European countries such as Sweden, Norway, and Germany, where they have significant political power. Although the specific policies and ideologies of social democratic parties may vary, they generally prioritize social welfare, workers' rights, and economic equality, and believe in using government intervention to achieve these goals.