Social Justice and Social Work: Rediscovering a Core Value of the Profession (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781452274201)

Social Justice and Social Work: Rediscovering a Core Value of the Profession introduces and connects social justice to the core values of social work across the curriculum. This unique and timely book, edited by Michael J. Austin, 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.

Author: Michael J. Austin
ISBN-10: 1452274207
ISBN-13: 9781452274201
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
Language: English
Published: 03/26/2013
Pages: 416
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.30w x 0.60d