Social Work and Human Rights A Foundation for Policy and Practice

Name: Social Work and Human Rights A Foundation for Policy and Practice
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ISBN: 9780231149938

ISBN-10: 023114993X

ISBN-13: 9780231149938

Edition: 2nd 2011

Authors: Elisabeth Reichert

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Social Work and Human Rightsis a standard text underscoring the role of social work in protecting the rights of vulnerable populations, both within and outside of the United States. Through rigorous analysis, classroom exercises, and a frank discussion of the implications for practice, the volume effectively acquaints readers with the political, economic, and social dimensions of rights issues and the documents that guarantee them. New material covers international events, such as the United Nation's Millennium Project and its effort to reduce the poverty and suffering of billions worldwide. The volume now features an emphasis on cultural rights and a probing lesson in cultural relativism.…

Book details

Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Publication date: 10/28/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 280
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.20" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English



Foreword



Introduction



Development and History of Human Rights



Universal Declaration of Human Rights



International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights



International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights



Diversity Within a Human Rights Perspective



Human Rights and Children, Persons with Disabilities, Persons with HIV-AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Older Persons, and Victims of Racism



International Aspects of Human Rights



Applying Human Rights to the Social Work Profession


Conclusion



Universal Declaration of Human Rights



International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights



Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights



Resolution Adopted by the General Assembly



Suggested Internet Websites for Further Research


Index