Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work 1th edition
ISBN:0534642829
ISBN13:9780534642822
Publisher:Cengage
Authors:Katherine S. Van Wormer, Katherine van Wormer, Katherine (Katherine van Wormer) van Wormer
Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work Description
Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work 1 Edition This introductory social work book provides both a theoretical and applied overview of the U.S. social welfare system, with international perspectives throughout. Other strengths include themes of empowerment theory and practice and an ecosystems framework. Part I is devoted to the history of social work in the U.S. as well as issues of economic oppression, social oppression, human rights, and restorative justice. Part II is devoted to social work across the life cycle.