Community development as micropolitics

Comparing theories, policies and politics in America and Britain

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Social Work
Cover of the book Community development as micropolitics by Emejulu, Akwugo, Policy Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Emejulu, Akwugo ISBN: 9781447321385
Publisher: Policy Press Publication: July 20, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press Language: English
Author: Emejulu, Akwugo
ISBN: 9781447321385
Publisher: Policy Press
Publication: July 20, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press
Language: English

Community development is routinely invoked as a practical solution to tackle a myriad of social problems, even though there is little consensus about its meaning and purpose. Through a comparative analysis of competing perspectives on community development since 1968, this book critically examines the contradictory ideas and practices that have shaped this field in the US and the UK. This approach exposes a problematic politics that have far-reaching consequences for those committed to working for social justice. This accessible book offers an alternative model for thinking about the politics of community development and so will appeal to academics, postgraduate students and community development workers.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Community development is routinely invoked as a practical solution to tackle a myriad of social problems, even though there is little consensus about its meaning and purpose. Through a comparative analysis of competing perspectives on community development since 1968, this book critically examines the contradictory ideas and practices that have shaped this field in the US and the UK. This approach exposes a problematic politics that have far-reaching consequences for those committed to working for social justice. This accessible book offers an alternative model for thinking about the politics of community development and so will appeal to academics, postgraduate students and community development workers.

More books from Policy Press

Cover of the book Housing politics in the United Kingdom by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Social work by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book 101 reasons for a Citizen's Income by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Policy Analysis in the United States by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Values in criminology and community justice by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Revisiting Moral Panics by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Money for everyone by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Transnational social work by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Challenging the politics of early intervention by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Digital bodies by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Combining paid work and family care by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Adult social care by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Gender, ageing and extended working life by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Consultancy in public services by Emejulu, Akwugo
Cover of the book Making sense of Brexit by Emejulu, Akwugo
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy