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Nonprofit organizations are increasingly concerned with the need to demonstrate how social justice principles impact every aspect of their work. This is the only textbook to explicitly integrate social justice principles into the management of a nonprofit organization. It provides students with the knowledge and skills required to integrate a social justice value system into their work as effective nonprofit leaders. Using practical tips and illustrative case examples, the text explains the structure and processes of nonprofit organizations with a particular emphasis on social justice themes. Nonprofit Management: A Social Justice Approach is edited by an interdisciplinary team of prominent leaders in business, management, and social service, who together run the Fordham Center for Nonprofit Leaders. They have assembled a group of expert authors who provide extensive coverage of the nonprofit leadership field.The book discusses the history of the development of nonprofit management up to the present day. It addresses legal and ethical considerations, organizational planning and staff management, finance, public relations, fundraising, public advocacy and volunteerism, program design and grant development, governance and board development, developing an international nonprofit, information technology, career development, and creating a nonprofit/social entrepreneurship organization. Additional chapters address quality improvement, mentoring, and proposal writing. The text is ideal for students and faculty in social service administration, human service leadership, social work management, public and community health, public administration, and health care administration and management.KEY FEATURES:Comprises the only nonprofit management text to integrate social justice themesEdited by an interdisciplinary group of authors representing the social service, social work, management, and nonprofit fieldsIncludes illustrative case studies and review questionsIncludes cutting-edge content on social innovation and entrepreneurshipSupplemental PowerPoint presentations are available for instructors

This new text illuminates the essential information about health and social work critical to understanding today’s complex health care systems and policies. Chapters highlight current practice, policy, and research in different settings and with special populations. Readers learn how to advocate for the individuals, families, and communities they serve to help improve health and well-being for all. All those interested in micro, mezzo, and macro practices in a health care setting will appreciate this rich resource.Highlights include:Each chapter speaks to the interconnections between practice, policy, and research and how they are integrated to inform social work and health.Unique chapters dedicated to special populations such as children and families, older adults, immigrants, persons with HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities provide a deeper understanding of the health care issues specific to these groups.Thorough coverage of the role of social workers in a variety of settings such as substance abuse, correctional systems, public health, and integrated behavioral health care.An in-depth discussion of the values and ethical issues in a health care environment.An intersectionality lens used throughout promotes a greater understanding of a client’s multiple status of race, ethnicity, nationality, socioeconomic status, education level, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identification.Detailed case examples developed by professionals in the field in Parts II and III accompanied by discussion questions further enhance an understanding of the issues.Online instructor’s resources including PowerPoints, discussion questions, case studies, and a sample syllabus.Intended as a core text for MSW and advanced BSW courses on health and social work, social work practice in health care, health and wellness, or integrative behavioral health taught in social work, public health, or gerontology programs, this book is also of value in social work practice courses that focus on health care and special populations. Social workers practicing in the health care field will also appreciate this book.

Note to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller.Features a new intersectional approach to assessment and treatment and interweaves the perspectives of psychologistsFocusing on critical emerging issues in regard to multicultural families, the fourth edition of this popular book reflects fundamental issues surrounding assessment and treatment of families from diverse cultural backgrounds. The most effective treatment methods for working with culturally diverse families across the life cycle are covered in detail. Individual chapters focus on a variety of distinct ethnic groups including African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Native American, and Arab American, as well as the needs of LGBTQ multicultural families and the role of spirituality.The text underlines the importance of an intersectional approach to working with families that, in addition to culture and ethnicity, also considers socioeconomic class, gender, age, religion, immigration status, and sexual orientation as important factors. Additionally, the text expands its direct-practice view with the addition of four new chapters written by psychologists, plus a new chapter on health issues in multicultural families and access to health services. The text is updated with the latest knowledge and research, along with new and revised case vignettes demonstrating culturally competent practice.NEW TO THE FOURTH EDITION:Provides a new intersectional approach to assessment and treatmentAdds the perspectives of psychologists in four completely new chaptersIncludes a new chapter on DSM-5 from a multicultural perspective, plus new chapters on health and access to health servicesOffers the most up-to-date knowledge and researchProvides new and updated case vignettesReflects changes in the family unit over the last quarter century and how they impact treatmentAddresses distinct sociopolitical issues affecting immigrants and undocumented familiesKEY FEATURES:Focuses on the most important emerging issues of multicultural familiesCovers multicultural mental health across the life spanEncompasses the distinct perspectives of different ethnic and racial groups and those of LGBTQ familiesDiscusses domestic violence and substance abuse in regard to multicultural familiesDelineates the most effective treatment methodsExamines the culturagram as a useful assessment and treatment planning modalityAddresses ethical issues including the NASW code of ethics