Showing papers in "International Social Work in 2004"
TL;DR: The IFSW recently adopted a new joint international de.nition of social work, together with the IASSW as mentioned in this paper, which embraces both traditional social work activities and social development, and addresses social work knowledge, values and practice in an age of globalization.
Abstract: The IFSW recently adopted a new joint international de.nition of social work, together with the IASSW. The de.nition embraces both traditional social work activities and social development, and addresses social work knowledge, values and practice in an age of globalization. This article analyzes the concepts selected and explains their meaning and signi.cance for the profession.
290 citations
TL;DR: Based on empirical studies, the authors discusses the issues of developing indigenous social work for women in China, especially in response to the changing needs resulting from economic reform and women's self-concepts.
Abstract: Based on empirical studies, the article discusses the issues of developing indigenous social work for women in China, especially in response to the changing needs resulting from economic reform and women's self-concepts. The western feminist model is deconstructed as a form of domination over women in developing countries. Some practice principles are highlighted, in the context of rising concerns over family violence.
65 citations
TL;DR: The work of the Local Inter-National Konnections Committee is described in this paper, in particular the development of the Emphasis in International Social Work course, and four goals were: raising awareness and making connections; student recruitment, support and advising; curriculum development; and international eld placements.
Abstract: The article outlines the process whereby a graduate school of social work made its program comprehensively international, using Healy's criteria. The four goals were: raising awareness and making connections; student recruitment, support and advising; curriculum development; and international eld placements. The work of the Local Inter-National Konnections Committee is described, in particular the development of the Emphasis in International Social Work course.
53 citations
TL;DR: This paper found that students chose field experiences in foreign countries because they were enthusiastic about it and some of them had family, friends or relatives in those countries, and the largest deterrent to overseas placements is financial difficulty.
Abstract: Twenty-five US schools provided international field experience either in agencies dealing with international problems or in foreign countries. There appear to be two primary patterns for making overseas placements. One is through the initiative of a faculty member and the other is through the learning centers in different countries. Students chose field experiences in foreign countries because they were enthusiastic about it. Also, some of them had family, friends or relatives in those countries. The largest deterrent to overseas placements is financial difficulty.
48 citations
TL;DR: Most of the street-based children are not educated beyond primary school and their living conditions are based on begging and doing odd jobs in the market and streets as discussed by the authors, and most of them live with one parent, and 97 percent of the of-the-street children have lost contact with their parents.
Abstract: Most of the street-based children are not educated beyond primary school and their living conditions are based on begging and doing odd jobs in the market and streets. Forty-six percent of the on-the-street children live with one parent, and 97 percent of the of-the-street children have lost contact with their parents. The on-the-street children have a higher percentage of family sector networks than the of-the-street children and the shelter or institutionalized children. Generally, school children still have strong family ties.
40 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors examine the successes and shortcomings of international intervention in child welfare in Romania, highlighting the importance of an empowerment approach and identifying key principles and essential personal qualities for putting empowerment into practice in situations of economic, political and social difficulty.
Abstract: This article examines the successes and shortcomings of international intervention in child welfare in Romania, highlighting the importance of an empowerment approach. Implementing such an approach brings its own challenges, and the authors debate the possibilities and potential pitfalls. They identify key principles and essential personal qualities for putting empowerment into practice in situations of economic, political and social difficulty.
38 citations
TL;DR: Developmental social welfare and developmental social work have been on the agenda in South Africa since liberation, but little has been reported as mentioned in this paper, despite an economic policy that does little to support it.
Abstract: Developmental social welfare and developmental social work have been on the agenda in South Africa since liberation, but little has been reported. Founded in the historical context of radical community work in the freedom ght, developmental social work has found ways to empower groups and communities, in spite of an economic policy that does little to support it.
36 citations
TL;DR: Community-based rehabilitation (CBR) is a fast-growing model of providing services to people with disabilities as mentioned in this paper, which is the underlying philosophy and structure of the CBR model.
Abstract: Community-based rehabilitation (CBR) is a fast-growing model of providing services to people with disabilities. This article introduces the underlying philosophy and structure of the CBR model; the...
35 citations
TL;DR: The role of the hospital social worker during the hospital stay and post-discharge period revealed that social workers performed various tasks, and the most common concerns of patients were coping and/or post- discharge issues.
Abstract: This study assessed the role of the hospital social worker during the hospital stay and post-discharge period. Findings revealed that social workers performed various tasks, and the most common con...
34 citations
TL;DR: This paper used examples of the empowerment curriculum and problem-based learning to illustrate how social work educators teach, practice, and research are the three integral missions of social work education, respectively.
Abstract: Teaching, practice and research are the three integral missions of social work educators. This article uses examples of the empowerment curriculum and problem-based learning to illustrate how socia...
32 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors highlight the inextricable relationship between research methodology, ways of knowing and culture and discuss issues and problems of applying western research methodology in the context of the writer's research in Malaysia.
Abstract: This article highlights the inextricable relationship between research methodology, ways of knowing and culture. Issues and problems of applying western research methodology in the context of the writer’s research in Malaysia are discussed. The writer concludes that theoretical development of culturally appropriate social work practice needs to be conducted within an indigenous research paradigm.
TL;DR: This paper explored the relationship among family, peer and school factors on delinquency among Chinese adolescents in Hong Kong, and conducted interviews with 718 Chinese adolescents to investigate the impact of these factors on their delinquency.
Abstract: This study explored the relationship among family, peer and school factors on delinquency among Chinese adolescents. Interviews were conducted with 718 Chinese adolescents in Hong Kong. At-risk ado...
TL;DR: In this article, a comparison of social work practice in rural areas of the United States and Australia reflects similar characteristics, and the authors add support to the assertion that there are particular qualities to rural areas.
Abstract: A comparison of social work practice in rural areas of the United States and Australia reflects similar characteristics. Findings add support to the assertion that there are particular qualities to...
TL;DR: The progress of professional associations in South Africa is examined in order to provide an understanding of the differenceculties of forming one uni.ed body to represent social workers on international organizations.
Abstract: The progress of professional associations in South Africa is examined in order to provide an understanding of the dif.culties of forming one uni.ed body to represent social workers on international organizations. An overview of the development of the profession and the role of the professional organizations is provided. Some suggestions are made about the way forward if social workers wish to make more of a contribution to policy making.
TL;DR: In this article, two groups of children are described, some adopted out of their country of origin and some adopted in their own country using a family system model adaptable across countries.
Abstract: Two groups of children are described, some adopted out of their country of origin and some adopted in their own country. Utilizing a family systems model adaptable across countries, the impact of i...
TL;DR: In this paper, a social work vision for Tanzania is presented as an example of the potential contribution of social work within a context of major political, economic and social change and widespread poverty.
Abstract: A social work vision can contribute to promoting human welfare, social change and challenging oppression. A vision for Tanzania is presented as an example of the potential contribution of social work within a context of major political, economic and social change and widespread poverty.
TL;DR: In this article, a study of the cross-cultural experiences of older women who came to the US as adults from Asia or the Caribbean was carried out to learn about how to formulate appropriate services and legislation.
Abstract: From a study of the cross-cultural experiences of older women who came to the US as adults from Asia or the Caribbean we can learn about how to formulate appropriate services and legislation. Women in Pennsylvania aged 60-89 were interviewed. They sometimes experienced con.ict between their original cultures and their lives in the US. Their stories included material about initial adjustment, work and economic issues, health, and culture and gender roles.
TL;DR: In this paper, the relationship between theory and practice in the context of an agency was studied and eight social workers from an agency were recruited for in-depth interviews, and the results showed that the co...
Abstract: The research studies the relationship between theory and practice in the context of an agency. Eight social workers from an agency were recruited for in-depth interviews. Results showed that the co...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors identify patterns of utilization of social support among Israeli Arab students, and find that Arab students distinguish between emotional and instrumental support and allocate sources of support accordingly.
Abstract: This study identifies patterns of utilization of social support among Israeli Arab students.The sample consisted of 64 Arab students. Findings show that Arab students distinguish between emotional and instrumental support and allocate sources of support accordingly. Emotional support is sought within the social network and instrumental support is sought within the family.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors discuss South Africa's attempt to come to terms with its horrific past; mechanisms and responsibilities of countries endeavoring to deal with such pasts; objectives of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission and critiques of it are identified.
Abstract: South Africa’s attempt to come to terms with its horrific past; mechanisms and responsibilities of countries endeavoring to deal with such pasts; objectives of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission and critiques of it are identified. A public acknowledgement submitted by some South African social work educators is included.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors argue that the profession of social work must continue to champion and shape a human rights discourse in the current democratic order, and argue that human rights in South Africa need to be addressed.
Abstract: This discussion is addressed to the question of human rights in South Africa. It argues that the profession of social work must continue to champion and shape a human rights discourse in the current democratic order.
TL;DR: In this article, a microethnographic study examines the status of social work in Russia today, showing that shortages of resources, capabilities and technology have moved social work rapidly towards professionalization.
Abstract: Since the fall of communism social work has become the fastest-growing profession in Russia. Shortages of resources, capabilities and technology have moved social work rapidly towards professionalization. This microethnographic study examines the status of social work in Russia today.
TL;DR: In this article, the roles, functions and power base of the board and the executive of VOLUME 7, 2019 VOLUME 6, 2019, the authors analyzed the roles and functions of board and executive in VOLUME 5, 2019.
Abstract: The roles, functions and power base of the board and the executive of voluntary human service organizations are analyzed. Three existing models and their inadequacies are reviewed. An optimal model...
TL;DR: In this paper, the development and emerging significance of nongovernmental organizations, as well as their relevance to the future of social work are highlighted, and the authors provide the practicing social worker with guidance and support.
Abstract: This article highlights the development and emerging significance of nongovernmental organizations, as well as their relevance to the future of social work. It provides the practicing social worker...
TL;DR: The European trend away from welfare statism and towards consumerism is usually regarded as a shift from social development to social delimitation as discussed by the authors, however, consumerism has the potential to promote social development.
Abstract: The European trend away from welfare statism and towards consumerism is usually regarded as a shift from social development to social delimitation. However, consumerism has the potential to promote...
TL;DR: The history and background of the practice of social work in Greece are outlined from the.rst legislation in 1959 to the present as discussed by the authors, and Demographic, academic and employment characteristics of social workers were explored by postal survey.
Abstract: The history and background of the practice of social work in Greece are outlined from the .rst legislation in 1959 to the present. Demographic, academic and employment characteristics of social workers were explored by postal survey. Academic activity is minimal, employment settings are numerous and opportunities for central organization are lacking.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors explore the content of dignity and discuss its implications for welfare policies, arguing that institutional dignification, community respect and human development are three welfare directions for facilitating the possession of dignity.
Abstract: In response to the vagueness of dignity and its limited application in social welfare, this article attempts to explore the content of dignity and discuss its implications for welfare policies. Dignity concerns living respectfully, for which having equal value, self-respect, autonomy and positive mutuality is essential. The article argues that institutional dignification, community respect and human development are three welfare directions for facilitating the possession of dignity.
TL;DR: The findings showed that because of the deprofessionalized context, social workers in these psychiatric services had either superiority or inferiority complexes about providing psychotherapy.
Abstract: The article reveals the results of research done by means of interviews of 63 social workers in psychiatric services in Hong Kong. The ways that social workers defined, perceived and performed psychotherapy for people with mental illness were explored. The findings showed that because of the deprofessionalized context, social workers in these psychiatric services had either superiority or inferiority complexes about providing psychotherapy.
TL;DR: In this article, a comparison of child welfare in the USA and Japan is made, identifying some of the major problems facing children in the two countries, presents policy and legislation relating to children, and explores services and programs available.
Abstract: This is a comparison of child welfare in the USA and Japan. It identi.es some of the major problems facing children in the two countries, presents policy and legislation relating to children, and explores services and programs available.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examined the methods used by managerial women in Guangzhou and Hong Kong to cope with social exclusion, focusing on their attempts to reduce social exclusion by attaching to their work units and family.
Abstract: This article examines the methods used by managerial women in Guangzhou and Hong Kong to cope with social exclusion. In the first section we define social exclusion discuss methods for reducing social exclusion through securing attachment to the main social institutions and examine how these methods relate to different ideologies. The second part discusses how social exclusion is related to the double expectations facing women both in the work place and in the family as the main care provider. The final section examines the findings of our studies of managerial women in Guangzhou and Hong Kong completed in 1997 and 1999 respectively. The studies focus on their attempts to reduce social exclusion by attaching to their work units and family. (excerpt)