Anti-Discriminatory Practice: Equality, Diversity and Social Justice (Practical Social Work Series)

Anti-Discriminatory Practice: Equality, Diversity and Social Justice (Practical Social Work Series)

by ProfessorNeilThompson (Author)

Synopsis

Contemporary society is characterised by its ever-increasing diversity. Having sold over 70,000 copies across its four editions, Neil Thompson's classic text remains a trusted introduction to the challenges of promoting social justice and equality. Addressing the ways in which social workers can effectively challenge inequality within society, the book explores the many forms of discrimination that can lead to disadvantage, disempowerment and oppression. Written with Thompson's inimitable clarity, this edition features: * Three all-new chapters, including a contextual introduction and chapters on sexuality and religious discrimination; * An explicit theory base, through extended discussion of the widely used PCS model; * A range of questions for reflection and comprehensive guidance on further reading, incorporating books, articles and websites. Today, good social work practice must be anti-discriminatory. This fully updated edition is therefore an essential read for the next generation of social work students, practitioners, managers and educators.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: 5th edition
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 02 Mar 2012

ISBN 10: 0230250130
ISBN 13: 9780230250130

Media Reviews
Reviews of the previous edition: 'Undoubtedly, Anti-Discriminatory Practice remains an important text for us all.' - British Journal of Social Work 'This book should be read by any student who is training to be a human services practitioner. Good practice has to be anti-discriminatory practice, and Thompson sensitively explains why we all need to challenge our own prejudices on an ongoing basis.' - Andrea Hollomotz, Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK 'Classic text, useful on all social work modules.' - Robert Goemans, Faculty of Health Life & Social Sciences, University of Lincoln, UK 'Neil Thompson's books continue to be essential reading for students.' - Dave Mason, Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Staffordshire University, UK
Author Bio
NEIL THOMPSON is a highly respected writer, teacher and advisor with over 34 years' experience in the people professions. He has held full or honorary professorships at four UK universities, and is now a sought-after trainer, consultant and conference speaker. His personal website and blog are at www.neilthompson.info.