Social Justice and Social Work

Social Justice and Social Work PDF Author: Michael J. Austin
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1483324419
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 417

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Book Description
This unique and timely book, edited by Michael J. Austin, introduces and connects social justice to the core values of social work across the curriculum. It presents the history and philosophy that supports social justice and ties it to ethical concepts that will help readers understand social justice as a core social work value. The book further conveys the importance of amplifying client voice; explores organization-based advocacy; and describes how an understanding of social justice can inform practice and outlines implications for education and practice.