Author:
Healy, Lynne M.
Edition Statement:2nd ed.
Imprint:New York, N.Y. : Oxford University Press, 2008.
Descriptionxviii, 410 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Note:1. International social work : why is it important and what is it? -- 2. Theories and concepts underpinning international social work : globalization -- 3. Theories and concepts underpinning international social work : development and human rights -- 4. Global social issues -- 5. International social welfare organizations and their functions -- 6. The history of the development of social work -- 7. International professional action : a selective history -- 8. Social work around the world today -- 9. Values and ethics for international professional action -- 10. International relief and development practice -- 11. International/domestic practice interface -- 12. Understanding and influencing global policy -- 13. International exchange : an essential mechanism for international social work -- 14. Social work as a force for humane global change and development.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
