Community Work

Theory into Practice

Karen McArdle (University of Aberdeen), Sue Briggs (Aberdeenshire Council), Kirsty Forrester , Ed Garrett (Aberdeenshire Council)

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English

Policy Press
05 February 2024

Urban communities; Social welfare & social services; Adult education, continuous learning

Written by community workers from diverse contexts, this highly accessible guide equips practitioners and students working in a range of community settings to make the best use of theory in their work. The book focuses on the hope, excitement and possibilities that contemporary theory brings to practice and is essential reading for all those concerned with social justice, inclusion and equality.

Drawing on voices from across the world, influential thinking, both old and new, is applied to the practice that underpins work with individuals, groups and communities. The book will inform and enhance practice for a wide range of students and professionals working in community contexts such as community development, adult education, youth work, community health and social work.

By: Karen McArdle (University of Aberdeen), Sue Briggs (Aberdeenshire Council), Kirsty Forrester, Ed Garrett (Aberdeenshire Council)
Imprint: Policy Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm,
ISBN: 9781447365327
ISBN 10: 1447365321
Pages: 298
Publication Date: 05 February 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Karen McArdle is Emeritus Professor at the University of Aberdeen and has worked in the community development field for over 30 years. Kirsty Forrester has worked extensively as a community learning and development worker and manager in local authority, third sector, social work and health settings. Ed Garrett has worked in a number of community development roles for over 20 years, in both local authority and third sector settings. Sue Briggs has many years of local authority practice and management experience including with quality improvement approaches, professional learning and community learning and development.

Reviews for Community Work: Theory into Practice

"""This book blows away the cobwebs of 'community work' and breathes life into a vibrant professional base offering practitioners and students a comprehensive one-stop for knowledge, skills and values."" Darren Hill, Leeds Beckett University"