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Multicultural Social Work Practice

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This groundbreaking text offers a comprehensive exploration of cultural competence in social work, authored by renowned diversity researcher Derald Wing Sue. It synthesizes key theoretical, political, and philosophical concepts essential for culturally sensitive practice. The book encourages readers to engage with the diverse worldviews present in society, promoting cultural competence through heightened awareness, knowledge, and skills. It provides clear definitions of multiculturalism and cultural competence, facilitating discussion and analysis. The text emphasizes the sociopolitical and social justice dimensions of effective practice, examining how social work theories often reflect the values of the dominant society. Key sections include conceptual and political dimensions of multicultural practice, racial and cultural identity development, and systemic perspectives. Unique chapters address barriers to effective practice, cultural intervention strategies, and indigenous healing approaches, supported by clinical and real-life examples. This lively guide challenges traditional social work methods and serves as a benchmark resource for students, professional social workers, and others in the helping professions, featuring a foreword by Monica McGoldrick.

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Multicultural Social Work Practice, Derald Wing Sue, Monica McGoldrick

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2006
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Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
Wiley
Publié
2006
Format
souple
Pages
384
ISBN10
0471662526
ISBN13
9780471662525
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This groundbreaking text offers a comprehensive exploration of cultural competence in social work, authored by renowned diversity researcher Derald Wing Sue. It synthesizes key theoretical, political, and philosophical concepts essential for culturally sensitive practice. The book encourages readers to engage with the diverse worldviews present in society, promoting cultural competence through heightened awareness, knowledge, and skills. It provides clear definitions of multiculturalism and cultural competence, facilitating discussion and analysis. The text emphasizes the sociopolitical and social justice dimensions of effective practice, examining how social work theories often reflect the values of the dominant society. Key sections include conceptual and political dimensions of multicultural practice, racial and cultural identity development, and systemic perspectives. Unique chapters address barriers to effective practice, cultural intervention strategies, and indigenous healing approaches, supported by clinical and real-life examples. This lively guide challenges traditional social work methods and serves as a benchmark resource for students, professional social workers, and others in the helping professions, featuring a foreword by Monica McGoldrick.