A practical study of the main transformations from social welfare to social development in Lesotho: Success factors, challenges and prospects
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DOI: 10.1177/00208728231156737
Abstract: Lesotho recently experienced a paradigm shift from social welfare to social development. The study was aimed at assessing achievements and challenges that resulted from the transition. A sequential mixed-methods approach was used. In the quantitative… read more here.
Keywords: development; social welfare; social development; welfare social ... See more keywords
Storytelling among child welfare social workers: Constructing professional role and resilience through team talk
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DOI: 10.1177/1473325019865014
Abstract: Child welfare social work is emotive and demanding work, requiring highly skilled and resilient practitioners. In a context of austerity, increased public scrutiny and accountability, defensive practice has been identified as a feature of professional… read more here.
Keywords: work; child welfare; welfare social; resilience ... See more keywords