Anti Discriminatory Practice

Download or read book Key Concepts in Anti-Discriminatory Social Work written by Toyin Okitikpi and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2009-12-08 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Key Concepts clearly and concisely explains the basic ideas in the field of anti-discriminatory social work. It: explores the range of discriminations that people experience and discusses a number of theories that inform anti-discriminatory practice;considers the legal frameworks within which anti-discriminatory practice operates; analyzes the skills and knowledge required to practice effectively;highlights the dynamic nature of anti-discriminatory practice and points the way towards a new practice dimension. provides an essential reference guide for all social work students and practitioners, as well as those taking courses in teacher training, youth and community, nursing, mid-wifery and mental health studies for whom anti-discriminatory practice is an important element in their study.