{"product_id":"international-social-work-policy-and-practice-isbn-9780470252864","title":"International Social Work Policy and Practice","description":"\u003cb\u003eAuthoritative coverage of social work policy and practice from a global perspective\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIn order for social and economic justice to flourish globally, a greater understanding of practice and policy efforts from around the world is essential for today's professional in the human services.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eInternational Social Work Policy and Practice: Practical Insights and Perspectives\u003c\/i\u003e provides practitioners and students with contemporary examples and thought-provoking activities to promote in-depth insight and analysis of global social welfare issues such as poverty and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThorough and practical, this book examines social work policy and practice within the context of global interdependence and culturally appropriate modes of everyday practice. Its country-by-country coverage includes Peru, Mongolia, Portugal, Malawi, Costa Rica, and South Africa, following a consistent structure that, in addition to offering real-life examples, delves into the theoretical underpinnings, ethical dilemmas, policy concerns, and strategies for promoting social and economic justice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach example of international practice-contributed by internationally recognized professionals who have lived and worked in the nation they are writing about-allows readers to immerse themselves in that country's cultural, social, historical, political, and economic context. Reflective exercises and Web-based, interactive activities give readers the chance to connect and apply what they've learned.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eServing as an impetus for learning more about the unique struggles and strengths of those in countries around the world, \u003ci\u003eInternational Social Work Policy and Practice\u003c\/i\u003e offers intriguing firsthand observations and perspectives on the relevance of social work's leadership role in grappling with the human elements and challenges associated with globalization.\u003c\/p\u003e  About the Editors.  \u003cp\u003eAbout the Contributors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. International Social Work Education and Practice (\u003ci\u003eDennis D. Long\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Perspectives on the Relevance of Examples of International Practice and Policy (\u003ci\u003eDennis D. Long\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Ethical Principles and Processes (\u003ci\u003eCarolyn J. Tice\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Portugal: An International Field Education Experience (\u003ci\u003eCarolyn J. Tice\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Mongolia: A Focus on Community Practice (\u003ci\u003eCarolyn J. Tice\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. South Africa: Conducting Research with a Population at Risk (\u003ci\u003eAnn Dinan\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Costa Rica: A Cultural Study Tour (\u003ci\u003eLisa E. Cox\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. An Appalachian Example: Issues of Social and Economic Justice (\u003ci\u003eSusan Kiss Sarnoff\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Malawi and AIDS: Examining Diversity and Populations at Risk (\u003ci\u003eDiana Rowan\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Peru: A Focus on Individual Practice (\u003ci\u003eBlanca M. Ramos, Mery L. Botton, and Gary A. Wright\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Lessons Learned from International Practice and Policy (\u003ci\u003eDennis D. Long and Carolyn J. Tice\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthor Index.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubject Index.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eCarolyn J. Tice, DSW\u003c\/b\u003e, is Associate Dean and Professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, School of Social Work.  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDennis D. Long, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e, is Chair and Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Department of Social Work.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eAuthoritative coverage of social work policy and practice from a global perspective\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIn order for social and economic justice to flourish globally, a greater understanding of practice and policy efforts from around the world is essential for today's professional in the human services.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eInternational Social Work Policy and Practice: Practical Insights and Perspectives\u003c\/i\u003e provides practitioners and students with contemporary examples and thought-provoking activities to promote in-depth insight and analysis of global social welfare issues such as poverty and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThorough and practical, this book examines social work policy and practice within the context of global interdependence and culturally appropriate modes of everyday practice. 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