Anti-Racist Social Work

(Paperback, 4th edition)

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Fully revised and updated throughout, this fourth edition of Lena Dominellis influential book retains its reputation asthego-to text on anti-racist social work practice. As racism continues to present a problem in contemporary society: the growth of the Far Right, the rise of Islamophobia and the victory of the Brexit camp in the EU referendum, the need to address racist attitudes and behaviour that affect diverse groups of people in the UK remains an urgent one. A truly classic text,Anti-Racist Social Workhas been providing students and practitioners with a comprehensive guide to the debates and practices on racism in contemporary society since 1988. New to this Edition: - Includes a brand new chapter on Social Work Across Borders' - Incorporates discussion of recent events and developments to encourage critical thinking and analyses their effect on practice - Offers examples from across the globe at both micro and macro level

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Lena Dominelli is Professor in the School of Applied Social Sciences, Programme Director of International Social Work and Community Development and Advisor, Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience at Durham University, UK. She is also Academician in the Academy of the Learned Societies for Social Sciences in the UK. A highly experienced educator, practitioner and researcher, she has published extensively in the fields of sociology, social policy and social work.