Key concepts in anti-discriminatory social work
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Key concepts in anti-discriminatory social work
(SAGE key concepts)
Sage, 2010
- : pbk
- Other Title
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Anti-discriminatory social work
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Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 161-166) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
"This is a key text that provides a well-rounded introduction to anti-discriminatory social work, placing this underpinning concept within the context of theory, methods, policy, legislation and skills. It will be of immense value to students, practitioners and service users. An excellent book!"
John MacDonough, London South Bank University
"Addressing both the ideas underpinning anti-discriminatory practice and more practice oriented approaches, this is an accessible book which will be of benefit to social work students and practitioners." Amanda Thorpe, University of Bedfordshire
This Key Concepts clearly and concisely explains the basic ideas in the field of anti-discriminatory social work. It:
- Explores the range of discriminations that people experience and discusses a number of theories that inform Anti-discriminatory practice
- Considers the legal frameworks within which anti-discriminatory practice operates
- Analyses the skills and knowledge required to practice effectively
- Highlights the dynamic nature of anti-discriminatory practice and points the way towards a new practice dimension
- Provides an essential reference guide for all social work students and practitioners, as well as those taking courses in teacher training, youth and community, nursing, mid-wifery and mental health studies for whom anti-discriminatory practice is an important element in their study.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Nature of Discrimination
Models of Anti-discriminatory Practice
Theories informing anti-discriminatory Practice Models
Political Dimension of Anti-discriminatory Practice
Legislation and Policies
Working with Diversity and challenging the status quo
Key skills, knowledge and ADP
Integrating ADP into Methods/Approaches
Dynamic nature of Anti-discriminatory Practice
Towards a new practice dimension
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