Poverty, Inequality and Social Work

The Impact of Neo-Liberalism and Austerity Politics on Welfare Provision

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Ian Cummins

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A critical analysis of the domino effect of neoliberalism and austerity on social work. Applying theory including those of Bourdieu and Wacquant to practice, it argues that social work should return to a focus on relational and community approaches.

Author Biography:

Ian Cummins is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Salford University. He qualified as a probation officer and subsequently worked as a mental health social worker. His research interests including the history of community care and mental health issues in the CJS. His most recent work has focused on poverty, inequality and advanced marginality.

Release date NZ

January 17th, 2018

Author

Ian Cummins

Audiences

General (US: Trade)
Professional & Vocational

Illustrations

1 Tables, black and white; 4 Illustrations, black and white

Pages

200

ISBN-13

9781447334804

Product ID

27227088

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