Multicultural Social Work Practice: A Competency-Based Approach to Diversity and Social Justice, Second Edition

by Derald Wing Sue

A thorough exploration of diversity and social justice within the field of social work Multicultural Social Work A Competency-Based Approach to Diversity and Social Justice, 2 nd Edition has been aligned with the Council on Social Work Education's 2015 Educational Policy and Standards and incorporates the National Association of Social Workers Standards of Cultural Competence. New chapters focus on theoretical perspectives of critical race theory, microaggressions and changing societal attitudes, and evidence-based practice on research-supported approaches for understanding the influence of cultural differences on the social work practice. The second edition includes an expanded discussion of religion and spirituality and addresses emerging issues affecting diverse populations, such as women in the military. Additionally, Implications for Multicultural Social Work Practice' at the end of each chapter assist you in applying the information you have learned. Multicultural Social Work Practice, 2 nd Edition provides access to important guidance regarding culturally sensitive social work practice, including the sociopolitical and social justice aspects of effective work in this field. This thoroughly revised edition incorporates new content and pedagogical features, Multicultural Social Work Practice, 2 nd Edition is an integral guide for students and aspiring social workers who want to engage in diversity and difference.

Genres: Social Work, Nonfiction, School, Textbooks

Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Derald Wing Sue is a professor of counseling psychology at Columbia University. He has authored several books, including Counseling the Culturally Diverse: Theory and Practice, Overcoming our Racism, and Understanding Abnormal Behavior.

Reviews

[Christina Seng · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let's put it this way, I pre-ordered the updated version to keep in my personal library.

[A · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great educational book for social work majors. This author knows their stuff! The only reason this book got 3 stars was because of the lack of pictures or anything visually interesting :/ It is very easy to get distracted while reading this. So much content

[Rita · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really appreciated the inclusion of case studies throughout the book, it gave the material a real-world application feel.

[Jose · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book, use for 520