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Anthology of Human Relations, Racism, and Other Forms of Oppression in the United States of America helps students develop an understanding of the concept of race, the realities of racism and white supremacy as cornerstones of American institutions, and other forms of oppression.The readings in the first part of the anthology introduce race, deconstruct racism and white privilege through selections that address racial formation, institutional racism, affirmative action, and the changing face of U.S. education. Part II includes readings that explore racism against minority groups including Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, Chican@s and Latin@s, and those with multiracial identities. In Part III, students read about other forms of oppression that exist in the American society including ageism, sexism, ableism, and religious intolerance. The final section of the anthology addresses social change and acting against racism and these other forms of oppression.A timely, critical resource, Anthology of Human Relations, Racism, and Other Forms of Oppression in the United States of America is an ideal text for courses in ethnic studies and sociology, as well as any course that explores the history, social context, and changing faces of racism and oppression in America.

A Practical Guide to Fostering Law is an accessible, jargon-free guide to the key elements of the law that concern foster carers and the professionals who work with them.It aims to help foster carers understand where they fit into the complex web of regulations surrounding childcare and to demystify the jargon and terminology which is often used but rarely explained. The book covers the laws in England and Wales governing fostering agencies and foster carers themselves, including foster carers' rights, and the formalities of placement procedures. It also provides explanations of care proceedings, the foster carer as a witness, what happens if a young fostered person gets into trouble, and moving on from foster care. The last section provides a 'who's who' of the main professionals involved and a jargon-busting glossary of the key terms often used. It also includes illustrative case examples and each chapter concludes with suggestions for where to find more information.This guide will be an invaluable resource for current and prospective foster carers and the professionals who work with them, such as support workers, social workers and foster agency staff.

Now fully updated and with up-to-the-minute guidance, this is the only book you will need to make sense of the key elements of law involved in social work with children and families in England and Wales.Accessible and jargon-free, this everyday reference explains the fundamental concepts of parental responsibility and human rights, and the provisions of private and public law, including care proceedings and adoption. This second edition incorporates recent changes including the Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance for inter-agency working, the Children and Families Act 2014 and the Crime and Courts Act 2013 as well as the latest case law. Checklists, charts and highlighted points allow for easy reference, and illustrative case scenarios put the law into context.This comprehensive and easy-to-use guide will be an invaluable resource for practising social workers, as well as trainees, students and those studying for post-qualifying awards.

Now fully revised and updated, See You in Court is an accessible guide for social workers on being a witness in care proceedings. This book de-mystifies the court system explaining court structures and procedures, roles and responsibilities and basic rules of evidence. It considers how to present effective written evidence as well as preparing for the court day itself. It answers questions frequently asked by social workers on how to present oral evidence including how to deal with cross-examination. The material is supported by case studies and checklists. Updates to the second edition reflect recent changes to the family court system, a revised Public Law Outline and the increased recognition of social workers as experts in their own right.An essential addition to every social worker's bookshelf, particularly those working with children and families.