Full Description
Rooted in original empirical research, this edited volume argues for collaborative, relationship-based practice. It explores participatory methods, innovative advocacy strategies and emerging trends, including digital platforms and post-COVID-19 developments.
Contents
Part 1: Foundations and Contemporary Challenges
1. Introduction - Hayley Pert, Clive Diaz, Sammi Fitz-Symonds and Shane Powell
2. Understanding Variation and High Rates of Children in Care - Sophie Wood
3. Contemporary Challenges in Social Work Service Delivery to Children and Families - Liz Frost
4. Participation and Decision Making - Hayley Pert
Part 2: Advocacy and Family Participation
5. Family Drug and Alcohol Courts - David Westlake and Melissa Meindl
6. Strengthening Families Through Family Group Conferencing - Lorna Stabler, Tim Fisher and Kar Man Au
7. Parent Activism in Child Welfare in High Income Countries - David Tobis and Fae Rowley
8. Models of Parental Advocacy in Child and Family Social Work - Shane Powell, Clive Diaz, Tim Fisher, Kar Man Au and Jourdelle Bennett
9. Advocacy for Children in Care - Sammi Fitz-Symonds and Lorna Stabler
Part 3: Rights and Innovation
10. Children in Care Councils - Clive Diaz, Sammi Fitz-Symonds and Elen Newton
11. Digital Participation and Technology in Social Work - Sammi Fitz-Symonds and Shane Powell
12. Concluding Reflections - Clive Diaz and Tim Fisher