This social work book is the first of its kind, describing practical steps that social workers can take to shape and influence both policy and politics. It prepares social workers and social work students to impact political action and subsequent policy, with a detailed real-world framework for turning ideas into concrete goals and strategies for effecting change. Tracing the roots of social work in response to systemic social inequality, it clearly relates the tenets of social work to the challenges and opportunities of modern social change. The book identifies the core domains of political social work, including engaging individuals and communities in voting, influencing policy agendas, and seeking and holding elected office. Chapters elaborate on the necessary skills for political social work, featuring discussion, examples, and critical thinking exercises in such vital areas as:Power, empowerment, and conflict: engaging effectively with power in political settings.Getting on the agenda: assessing the political context and developing political strategy.Planning the political intervention: advocacy and electoral campaigns.Empowering voters Persuasive political communication.Budgeting and allocating resources.Evaluating political social work efforts.Making ethical decisions in political social work.Political Social Work is a potent reference for social work professionals, practitioners, and students seeking core political knowledge and skills to practically advance their work. For specialists and generalists alike, it solidifies political action as vital for the evolution of the field.
✔ Author(s): Shannon R. Lane,Suzanne Pritzker
✔ Title: Political Social Work: Using Power to Create Social Change
✔ Rating : 4.5 out of 5 base on (24 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 3030007898
✔ ISBN-13: 9783030007898
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Political Social Work by Shannon R. Lane
Lucy Garraway
The way the author handled complex emotions and relationships was remarkable. I felt deeply connected to the characters, and their growth throughout the story was both inspiring and moving.
Kara Snyder
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
Rosa Bax
The themes of resilience and hope resonated deeply with me. This book taught me valuable life lessons that I'll carry with me for years to come.
