Indigenization Discourse in Social Work

<p>This contributed volume provides an in-depth understanding of contemporary debates discussions and insights on Indigenous social work theory education and practice across the globe. Based on theoretical and empirical perspectives authors collectively contribute to a comprehensive critical and up-to-date discussion about Indigenous social work theories decolonization of social work education Indigenous social work curriculum Indigenous social work practice and cultural perspectives towards enhancing Indigenous social work education and practice.</p>The key features of this book are:<p></p><p></p><ul><li>Critical insights into the historical evolution of Indigenous social work;</li><li>Global debates on the westernization and indigenization of social work education;</li><li>An overview of Indigenous social work and its practice in diverse cultural contexts;</li><li>Critical perspective of Indigenous social work education; and</li><li> Coverage of a diverse range of geographical areas.</li></ul><p></p><p><i>Indigenization Discourse in Social Work: International Perspectives</i> is an indispensable resource for students scholars independent researchers academicians policymakers and practitioners who are working in the field of social work especially those who are interested in Indigenous social work issues. Moreover it is an invaluable text for students scholars and academicians who are interested in international social work with a special focus on Indigenous social work. In addition students and scholars in sociology development studies public policy and economics working with Indigenous people and who are interested in Indigenous studies will find this book useful as an interdisciplinary reference.</p>