Making Child Protection Work

“A rich, insightful exploration of the realities of child protection – messy, complex, but always centred on children and relationships. Essential reading for students and practitioners alike.” David Wilkins, Cardiff University “The importance of relationships in promoting positive and effective child protection is central to this excellent book. Informed by practice wisdom and underpinned by a lifetime of research, this is an excellent resource for both newly qualified and experienced professionals.” John Devaney, University of Edinburgh “No one captures the soul and texture of child protection like Harry Ferguson. This landmark book feels, sees and hears the work – illuminating its intimacy, complexity and ethical depth. Deeply human and utterly essential.” Richard Devine, social worker and author of Messy Social Work “A beautifully vivid, research-informed account of child protection practice, offering social workers guidance through the emotional, sensory and relational dilemmas of their everyday work with children and families.” Laura L. Cook, University of East Anglia