Social Work Practice: Religio-Philosophical Foundations

Book Details

• Author: Chhaya Patel

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2009

• ISBN: 9788170335276

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 372

About the Book
Social Work Practice: Religio-Philosophical Foundations offers a timely reflection on the evolution and relevance of social work practices in India as the country transitions into the 21st century. The book examines the foundation of social work in India, much of which is influenced by Western ideas, and emphasizes the need for culturally relevant and socially appropriate interventions to address societal problems. The ultimate goal is to build a conflict-free, equal, non-violent, and just society.

This multidisciplinary volume consists of essays from scholars across social work, sociology, and philosophy, organized into three parts. The first part focuses on the religio-philosophical foundation of social work, exploring the connection between religious philosophy and social work perspectives. The second part addresses the professional concerns of social work, education, and practices in the NGO sector in India. The final section delves into key areas of social work practice, including rural reconstruction, age-care policies, female casual laborers, community mental health, and women's development.

Contents
(Content details were not provided, but the book covers the philosophical foundations of social work, its practice in India, and various aspects of social work in different sectors.)

About the Author
Chhaya Patel is a Professor at the Faculty of Social Work, M.S. University of Baroda. She has previously worked as Field Organiser of NSS at M.S. University and as an instructor in social work at ICDS-MLTC, South Gujarat University. She has organized numerous youth camps and written extensively on issues concerning children, women, and the voluntary sector from a social work perspective. She is also associated with Sahiyar, a women's rights organization in Gujarat.