Islam and social work (second edition)

Culturally sensitive practice in a diverse world

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Social Work
Cover of the book Islam and social work (second edition) by Crabtree, Sara Ashencaen, Husain, Fatima, Policy Press
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Author: Crabtree, Sara Ashencaen, Husain, Fatima ISBN: 9781447330110
Publisher: Policy Press Publication: December 7, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press Language: English
Author: Crabtree, Sara Ashencaen, Husain, Fatima
ISBN: 9781447330110
Publisher: Policy Press
Publication: December 7, 2016
Imprint: Policy Press
Language: English

This unique textbook enables social work practitioners to gain a deeper understanding of how Islamic principles inform and influence the lives of Muslim populations. Designed to support work with families and faith communities, this completely revised and updated edition examines religious precepts, cosmologies, philosophies and daily practices, while acknowledging cultural variants and population heterogeneity. It includes a comprehensive update of the research literature, international case studies, and new sections on religious extremism and ageing and end-of-life. This is the only book specifically on social work with Muslim communities and provides an essential toolkit for culturally sensitive social work practice.

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This unique textbook enables social work practitioners to gain a deeper understanding of how Islamic principles inform and influence the lives of Muslim populations. Designed to support work with families and faith communities, this completely revised and updated edition examines religious precepts, cosmologies, philosophies and daily practices, while acknowledging cultural variants and population heterogeneity. It includes a comprehensive update of the research literature, international case studies, and new sections on religious extremism and ageing and end-of-life. This is the only book specifically on social work with Muslim communities and provides an essential toolkit for culturally sensitive social work practice.

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