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Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work: The U.S. in Global Perspective
Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work The US in Global Perspective Author:Katherine van Wormer 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... more » oppression, social oppression, human rights, and restorative justice. Part II is devoted to social work across the life cycle.« less