Jim Ife

This engaging and enlightening third edition explores how the principles of human rights inform contemporary social work practice.

Towards Rights-Based Practice

Human Rights and Social Work

Community Development in an Uncertain World is an essential resource for students and professionals in the human services.

Vision, Analysis and Practice

Community Development in an Uncertain World

Now in its third edition, Human Rights and Social Work explores how the principles of human rights inform contemporary social work practice. Jim Ife considers the implications of social work's traditional Enlightenment heritage and the possibilities of 'post-Enlightenment' practice in a way that is accessible, direct and engaging. The world has changed significantly since the publication of the first edition in 2000 and this book is situated firmly within the context of present-day debates, concerns and crises. Ife covers the importance of relating human rights to the non-human world, as well as the consequences of political and ecological uncertainty. Featuring examples, further readings and a glossary, readers are able to identify and investigate the important issues and questions arising from human rights and social work. Now more than ever, Human Rights and Social Work is an indispensable resource for students, scholars and practitioners alike.

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Selma Macfarlane

This is a stimulating, rigorous and student-friendly resource for beginning as well as more experienced social workers.

Jim Ife

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