Social Work and Social Policy

An essential introduction to rights-based approaches in social policy, this text critically explores how social rights underpin human wellbeing and is ideal for students and researchers in social policy and related applied social science, socio-legal studies and social development fields...

The first book to examine the language of both traditional and radical social work as forms of power. The will to help and care for people unintentionally results in new types of dependency, control and domination...

There has been a marked rise in global migration with many former countries of emigration becoming destinations of immigration. As such, social workers are increasingly called upon to work in immigrant communities, while in the field of research, theories, conceptual frames, perspectives and discour..

Social work increasingly finds itself at the frontline of issues pertaining to immigrant and refugee settlement and integration. The book fills a gap in the social work literature by providing scholars, practitioners and students with a critical knowledge base that will strengthen their ability to e..

The aim of this book is to exemplify the ways in which social work and research develop in ‘advanced’ welfare states – countries where public spending is relatively high as a proportion of GNP. While such countries have traditionally been associated with Scandinavian countries in particular, and Nor..

An understanding of social policy is vital for engaging practically with social work values, and dealing with political and ethical questions about responsibility, rights and our understanding of ‘the good society’. This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to social policy, tailored to th..

This title was first published in 2000:  A thoroughly revised and updated edition of this popular book, taking into account lessons from community development and international experiences applicable in developed economies. Invaluable reading for students, practitioners and policy-makers in social w..

Social Work in a Global Context engages with, and critically explores, key issues that inform social work practice around the world. It is the first truly international book for all those interested in comparative and cross-cultural understandings of social work...

This engaging and timely volume contributes new knowledge to the rapidly emerging field of globalisation and social work. Interdisciplinary approaches bring together cutting edge scholarship from countries such as Australia, Finland, Japan, South Africa and Sweden. Major environmental, social and cu..

Management and leadership are increasingly important within the organisation and delivery of social care services, and these concepts now form part of the post-qualification framework for social workers. This text promotes an appreciation of the development of management and leadership thinking and ..

Comprehensive and practical, this unique text discusses the pragmatic aspects of social work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people...

This invaluable, groundbreaking volume discusses in detail the concept of the learning organization, in particular its relevance to social work and social services. Contributors join together from across Europe, North America and Australia to explore the development of the learning organization wit..