e-ISBN : 978-93-6252-401-0Publisher : Iterative International Publishers (IIP), Selfypage Developers Pvt Ltd.Volume : 3-2024
AIM & SCOPE
It is with great pleasure and a sense of shared purpose that we present “Social Work Education and Practice: Fields and Perspectives Redefined.” As editors and contributors to this volume, we embark on a collective exploration of the intricate relationship between social work education and practice, recognizing the dynamic nature of the profession in the contemporary world. This book has been conceived as a collaborative endeavour, bringing together seasoned social work educators, practitioners, and researchers who share a common commitment to advancing the field. Our contributors, each an expert in their respective fields, bring forth diverse perspectives, methodologies, and experiences, creating a tapestry that captures the richness and complexity of social work. From examining emerging perspectives in education to delving into adept models of practice, exploring new horizons in specific fields, and presenting diverse viewpoints, the chapters collectively contribute to a broader conversation about the future of social work. As editors, we extend our gratitude to the contributors who have generously shared their expertise and perspectives, making this book a collaborative effort reflective of the diversity within the social work community. We also express our appreciation to the readers, educators, and practitioners who engage with these pages, for it is through your engagement that the ideas within can come to life and induce positive change. May this book catalyze dialogue, reflection, and action within the dynamic realm of social work. Together, let us embark on a journey of redefinition, envisioning a future where the profession continues to adapt, grow, and make enduring contributions to the well-being of individuals and communities worldwide.
Section I
Chapter 1EMBRACING CHANGE: EMERGING PARADIGMS IN SOCIAL WORK EDUCATIONhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur11
Chapter 2TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION: SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS IN SOCIAL WORK EXTENSION ACTIVITIEShttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur12
Chapter 3INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF MULTICULTURALISMhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur13
Section II
Chapter 4THE ESSENCE OF SOCIAL WORK INTERVENTIONS: FROM THEORY TO PRACTICEhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur14
Chapter 5DYNAMIC CONNECTIONS: A TRANSACTIONAL MODEL FOR EFFECTIVE SOCIAL WORK WITH ADOLESCENTShttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur15
Chapter 6INCLUSIVE SOCIAL WORK: PRACTICE WITH STREET CHILDRENhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur16
Section III
Chapter 7INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORK: NAVIGATING THE COMPLEX TERRAIN OF MIGRATIONhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur17
Chapter 8SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK: INCORPORATING CRISIS INTERVENTIONhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur18
Chapter 9EMPOWERING FUTURES: SOCIAL WORK IN CHILD SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMShttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur19
Section IV
Chapter 10INTEGRATING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS INTO SOCIAL WORK: A GLOBAL PARADIGM SHIFT AND IMPLICATIONShttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur20
Chapter 11SOCIAL CONTEXTS SHAPING MASCULINITY: A SOCIAL WORK PERSPECTIVEhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur21
Chapter 12CULTIVATING COMPASSION WITHIN TRAUMA-INFORMED SOCIAL WORKhttps://www.doi.org/10.58532/nbennur22
EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Joseph KuncheriaRajagiri College of Social Sciences (Autonomous)Kochi
Jasmine MathewRajagiri College of Social Sciences (Autonomous)Kochi