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Mastering approaches to diversity in social work /

Gast, Linda Eileen, 1954-

Mastering approaches to diversity in social work / - London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2012. - 176 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. - Mastering social work skills series . - Mastering social work skills series. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Series editor foreword -- Preface Diversity in the context of current social work practice -- A model for understanding discrimination -- Understanding and responding to cultural diversity -- Learning styles -- Exploring personal preferences -- A diversity awareness model -- References -- Index.

This volume, grounded in practice experience, is an accessible guide to diversity issues in social work. Packed with tools and models for practice, it considers the concept of diversity and how people differ, provides a model for understanding discrimination, and discusses cross-cultural communication.

9781849052245 9781849052245: £17.99 1849052247

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Social service.
Social workers--Professional relationships.
Diversity in the workplace.
Counselor and client.
Social service and race relations.
Cultural Diversity.
Race Relations.
Social Work.
Workplace.

361.3068 / GAS