Child-Centred Social Work in India: Journeys and the Way Forward

This book showcases innovative semi-autobiographical narratives by leading social work educators and practitioners in India, highlighting their contributions to child-centred social work. It emphasizes the indigenization of CSW education and practice, calls for expanded preventive service systems, supports innovative sociolegal service projects, and promotes CSW education and a national association for child-centred social workers. It is a valuable resource for policy makers, educators, students, practitioners, and counselors in social work, child development, and child rights.

Format: Hardback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the captivating semi-autobiographical narratives of esteemed social work educators and practitioners in India, who have made groundbreaking contributions to the field of child-centered social work (CSW). The practitioners take readers on a journey through their career paths, sharing their invaluable insights into research, policy, and practice in this domain. They delve into innovative initiatives, remarkable achievements, and the profound impact of their work, while also offering thoughtful reflections on the challenges they have encountered, the lessons learned, and the path forward.

The volume offers a profound exploration into the indigenization of CSW education and practice, providing valuable insights into developing effective CSW strategies. The authors emphasize the crucial need for expanding preventive service systems for children within family, community, and school settings, as well as fostering support and replication of innovative sociolegal service projects. They advocate for coordination with reforms in the justice system to safeguard child rights and human resource planning for child-centered social workers. Additionally, they propose promoting CSW education within institutions of social work education to strengthen the interconnectedness between theory, research, policy, and practice.

Furthermore, the authors suggest the formation of a national association for child-centered social workers to foster synergy between social work practitioners and educators. This association will play a pivotal role in building a strong community dedicated to the well-being and empowerment of children.

The book is a valuable resource for policy makers, educators, students, and practitioners of social work, child development, and child rights. It will also be of immense value to CSW training institutions, counsellors in schools and government agencies, as well as voluntary organizations. By unraveling the experiences and insights of these remarkable individuals, the book contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances of child-centered social work, paving the way for positive change and the well-being of children in India and beyond.

Weight: 789g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032193922