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This Handbook provides an authoritative account of international fieldwork education in social work. It presents an overview of advances in research in social work field education through in-depth analyses and global case studies.

Key features:

This Handbook will be an essential resource for scholars and researchers of social work, development studies, social anthropology, sociology, and education. It will also be useful to educators and practitioners of social work in global institutions of higher studies as well as civil society organisations.

This Handbook provides an authoritative account of international fieldwork education in social work. It presents an overview of advances in research in social work field education through in-depth analyses and global case studies.

Key features:

This Handbook will be an essential resource for scholars and researchers of social work, development studies, social anthropology, sociology, and education. It will also be useful to educators and practitioners of social work in global institutions of higher studies as well as civil society organisations.

This book examines globalization and urban cultures in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, from a socio-cultural view. It focuses on the evolving nature of urbanity in the city due to globalization and the global flow of information, while framing the changing patterns of everyday cultures and practices.

The volume explores key linkages and factors in urban transformation; the history and heritage of Old Dhaka; globalization, diverse urban cultures and ethnic spaces; changes in food habits, clothing, health practices, and recreation; changing forms of festivals, marriages, and religious practices; the situation of indigenous people in Old Dhaka; and the roles that need to be played by NGOs, civil society, and the local government. With its rich ethnographic case studies and field-based evidence, it discusses the relations between technology-driven economic activities and increasing cultural homogenization. It traces developments induced by cultural globalization and includes contemporary debates along with comparisons of Asian and global perspectives.

This book will be a useful resource for scholars and researchers of urban studies, city studies, urban sociology, social anthropology, cultural anthropology, political sociology, development studies, South Asian studies and cultural studies, and to those interested in Bangladesh.

This book examines globalization and urban cultures in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, from a socio-cultural view. It focuses on the evolving nature of urbanity in the city due to globalization and the global flow of information, while framing the changing patterns of everyday cultures and practices.

The volume explores key linkages and factors in urban transformation; the history and heritage of Old Dhaka; globalization, diverse urban cultures and ethnic spaces; changes in food habits, clothing, health practices, and recreation; changing forms of festivals, marriages, and religious practices; the situation of indigenous people in Old Dhaka; and the roles that need to be played by NGOs, civil society, and the local government. With its rich ethnographic case studies and field-based evidence, it discusses the relations between technology-driven economic activities and increasing cultural homogenization. It traces developments induced by cultural globalization and includes contemporary debates along with comparisons of Asian and global perspectives.

This book will be a useful resource for scholars and researchers of urban studies, city studies, urban sociology, social anthropology, cultural anthropology, political sociology, development studies, South Asian studies and cultural studies, and to those interested in Bangladesh.

This handbook provides an authoritative account of social work field education in the global south. It presents an overview of various aspects of theory and practice modules in the social work curriculum and advances in research in social work field education in the developing world through in-depth analyses and global case studies.

Key features:

This handbook will be an essential resource for scholars and researchers of social work, development studies, social anthropology, sociology, education, South Asian studies, and Global South studies. It will also be useful to educators and practitioners of social work in global institutions of higher studies as well as civil society organisations.

This handbook provides an authoritative account of social work field education in the global south. It presents an overview of various aspects of theory and practice modules in the social work curriculum and advances in research in social work field education in the developing world through in-depth analyses and global case studies.

Key features:

This handbook will be an essential resource for scholars and researchers of social work, development studies, social anthropology, sociology, education, South Asian studies, and Global South studies. It will also be useful to educators and practitioners of social work in global institutions of higher studies as well as civil society organisations.

Comprehensive exploration of the intricacies and ethical dimensions involved in conducting research with children

Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research explores how to conduct ethical and meaningful research involving children, covering research methodologies, practical strategies, and more. The book delves into the historical evolution of children''s participation in research and elucidates the ethical foundations rooted in the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and theoretical frameworks such as social constructivism and children''s agency, shedding light on the significance of developmental psychology in shaping research methodologies tailored to different age groups.

The book also offers insights into designing child-centric research studies that empower children as active contributors, addressing challenges and emphasizing the importance of informed consent, assent, confidentiality, and creating safe, child-friendly research environments.

Furthermore, the book underscores the significance of diverse data collection methods that capture children''s voices authentically. It explores child-focused interviews, focus groups that encourage peer interaction, and innovative techniques such as visual methods and digital approaches. The book culminates in discussing the implications of children''s perspectives for policy, practice, and societal change.

Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research includes discussion on:

Covering ethical considerations, research methodologies, practical strategies, and much more, Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research serves as a highly valuable guide for researchers, educators, policymakers, and advocates committed to engaging with children''s voices in a respectful, ethical, and meaningful manner.

Comprehensive exploration of the intricacies and ethical dimensions involved in conducting research with children

Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research explores how to conduct ethical and meaningful research involving children, covering research methodologies, practical strategies, and more. The book delves into the historical evolution of children''s participation in research and elucidates the ethical foundations rooted in the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and theoretical frameworks such as social constructivism and children''s agency, shedding light on the significance of developmental psychology in shaping research methodologies tailored to different age groups.

The book also offers insights into designing child-centric research studies that empower children as active contributors, addressing challenges and emphasizing the importance of informed consent, assent, confidentiality, and creating safe, child-friendly research environments.

Furthermore, the book underscores the significance of diverse data collection methods that capture children''s voices authentically. It explores child-focused interviews, focus groups that encourage peer interaction, and innovative techniques such as visual methods and digital approaches. The book culminates in discussing the implications of children''s perspectives for policy, practice, and societal change.

Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research includes discussion on:

Covering ethical considerations, research methodologies, practical strategies, and much more, Understanding Children''s Perspectives in Social Research serves as a highly valuable guide for researchers, educators, policymakers, and advocates committed to engaging with children''s voices in a respectful, ethical, and meaningful manner.

Despite increasing disaster risk in South Asian countries, exposure and vulnerability to natural hazards are not yet at the forefront of development agendas. Covering disaster scenarios, and the causes and consequences of disaster displacement, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia provides a much-needed focus on the South Asian context, generating new insights and considering the policy implications of strategies for building resilient livelihoods.

Recognising the diversity of South Asian countries in terms of culture, environment, livelihood patterns and socioeconomic and political structures, chapters consider risk landscape and resilience capacity in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Bringing critical attention to an emerging topic, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia breaks fresh ground by considering resilient livelihoods in terms of capacity, resources and policy within each country’s diverse local context. Delving into communities’ capacities to prevent displacement, their ability to mitigate protection risks during displacement and their options in terms of durable solutions, contributors offer a resilience building framework that incorporates common principles while also retaining a flexibility and adaptability for specific risk environments.

Capturing the diverse context of the South Asian resilient livelihood framework, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia addresses a crucial gap for an interdisciplinary audience interested in urban and political sociology, social and cultural anthropology and disaster, development and South Asian studies.

Despite increasing disaster risk in South Asian countries, exposure and vulnerability to natural hazards are not yet at the forefront of development agendas. Covering disaster scenarios, and the causes and consequences of disaster displacement, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia provides a much-needed focus on the South Asian context, generating new insights and considering the policy implications of strategies for building resilient livelihoods.

Recognising the diversity of South Asian countries in terms of culture, environment, livelihood patterns and socioeconomic and political structures, chapters consider risk landscape and resilience capacity in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Bringing critical attention to an emerging topic, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia breaks fresh ground by considering resilient livelihoods in terms of capacity, resources and policy within each country’s diverse local context. Delving into communities’ capacities to prevent displacement, their ability to mitigate protection risks during displacement and their options in terms of durable solutions, contributors offer a resilience building framework that incorporates common principles while also retaining a flexibility and adaptability for specific risk environments.

Capturing the diverse context of the South Asian resilient livelihood framework, Disaster, Displacement and Resilient Livelihoods: Perspectives from South Asia addresses a crucial gap for an interdisciplinary audience interested in urban and political sociology, social and cultural anthropology and disaster, development and South Asian studies.

Exploring tailored family planning strategies for marginalized groups, Family Planning and Sustainable Development in Bangladesh delves into comparative insights from Asian contexts, providing actionable approaches to empower and transform communities, foster sustainable development and improve reproductive health outcomes.

Featuring comprehensive case studies and analysis from diverse Asian regions and religious communities, M. Rezaul Islam provides readers with a nuanced understanding of family planning strategies tailored to unique cultural contexts. Seamlessly connecting family planning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Islam demonstrates its potential for uplifting the most vulnerable communities in Bangladesh and beyond. Dissecting global population trends and cultural influences on family planning, chapters navigate knowledge, attitudes, practices, and communication strategies, unveiling avenues for transformation and sustainable change within Asian communities.

Concluding by presenting actionable policy implications that stakeholders can adopt to drive positive change at both community and systemic levels, Family Planning and Sustainable Development in Bangladesh is a powerful addition to the contemporary landscape of global health, development, and social progress.