Description
Book SynopsisThis 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 operat
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
