The Social Work Profession in the Democratic Republic of Congo

This book is for anyone interested in social justice community involvement and rebuilding the social fabric of the Congolese people. Through a rigorous analysis nourished by concrete examples and in-depth knowledge of the field this book explores the foundations obstacles and prospects of a profession that is still too often misunderstood but vital for national cohesion. It calls for greater recognition of social workers and for a structural form to place this profession at the heart of public policy. This essay is also a call to action: aimed at young people political decision-makers trainers and social players it outlines the path for a committed innovative and resolutely forward-looking next generation of social workers. It proposes concrete solutions to restore social work to its rightful place in a country in search of peace justice and sustainable development.