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Policy Press
28 June 2024
The sixth, fully updated edition of this bestselling guide links the theory and practice of community work in an insightful and relatable read for students and practitioners.

The textbook features brand new sections on work in health, housing, with children, young people and those with disabilities and the changing role of IT.

With a much-expanded section on specialist community work, the guide also features brand new sections on work in health, housing, with children, young people and those with disabilities, and the changing role of IT, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. This edition features:

clear 'how-to' guides for a variety of CD-related practice; case studies; end-of-chapter discussion points; signposts to digital resources; glossary.

This classic text provides a comprehensive overview of the knowledge required to work in community practice in the UK and is essential for anyone studying or working in the field.
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Imprint:   Policy Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Edition:   Sixth Edition
Dimensions:   Height: 234mm,  Width: 156mm, 
ISBN:   9781447360643
ISBN 10:   1447360648
Pages:   364
Publication Date:  
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Undergraduate ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Alan Twelvetrees is a freelance writer and consultant and was formerly Lecturer in Community Work at Swansea University, Director at the Community Development Foundation, and Children and Young People Strategy Manager at Swansea Council. Russell Todd is a researcher, trainer, and writer on community development matters, as well as a project manager, digital inclusion trainer and podcast producer.

Reviews for Community Development, Social Action and Social Planning: A Practical Guide

“This new edition is an important and timely updating of an extensive body of work which has been foundational material for many years. This updated volume will help to ensure that community work practice and education is responsive to changing needs and emerging issues.” Anna Clarke, International Association for Community Development ""Complete in its description of a broad range of community practice, the processes and skills required, while also being thorough in describing the frustrations, challenges and dilemmas workers face, interspersed with real life examples to provide context. It does what it says on the tin."" Ismail Karolia, University of Central Lancashire


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