International social work: professional action in an interdependent world
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Vorheriger Titel:Handbook of international social work
Beteilige Person: Thomas, Rebecca Leela (VerfasserIn)
Weitere beteiligte Personen: Healy, Lynne M. 1947- (HerausgeberIn)
Format: Buch
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: New York Oxford University Press 2020
Ausgabe:Third Edition
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Abstract:"International Social Work: Professional Action in an Interdependent World, Third Edition, is a comprehensive treatment of all dimensions of international social work. The authors' four-part definition of international social work provides a framework and includes domestic practice and policy influenced by global forces, professional exchange, international practice and global social policy. The dual themes of globalization and professional action are emphasized. The first section of the book explores globalization, development and human rights as foundational concepts for international social work. It then provides an overview of global social issues and international organizations related to social welfare. Overviews of the global history of the profession and of selected examples of the profession's role in international action are provided. Similarities and differences in social work around the world are then examined through seven country examples"--
Beschreibung:Revised edition of Handbook of international social work, c2012
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Umfang:xxvi,498 Seiten Illustrationen
ISBN:9780190922252