This book addresses a range of key issues concerning social work education, research and practice in India and Australia from a cross-cultural perspective. The respective chapters focus on specific areas of social work regarding e.g. the status and recognition of the profession, regulatory mechanisms, roles and functions of social workers in different settings, and issues and challenges faced by the social work community. The book shares valuable perspectives to help understand the culturally sensitive practice of social work in various socio-cultural, economic and political contexts in both countries. Given the scope of its coverage, the book is of interest to scholars, students and professionals working in the areas of social work, social development and social policy practice.
- ISBN13 9789811597961
- Publish Date 14 January 2021
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country SG
- Imprint Springer Verlag, Singapore
- Edition 1st ed. 2020
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 288
- Language English