Originally published in 1978 this book clarifies the implications of significant political theories and issues of the 20th Century which affected their work. Drawing on case studies from their own experience, the contributors underline...Daugiau...
This book innovatively explores the policy, practice and pedagogy of community engagement in higher education settings, contributing to the evaluation of adaptive practice and responses in addressing inequalities further exposed by the pandemic, and...Daugiau...
First published in 1977, this book by women involved in community work and community action explores some of the links between the womens movements and community action at the time, in terms both of the recent developments in womens thinking and...Daugiau...
Originally published in 1986, this book was a major contribution to the national debate about racism, racial justice and the relationships between the white and black British. It examines the participation of black people in community activities,...Daugiau...
The ageing population is a global societal issue. Policymakers, planners and the public, third and private sectors must rethink how the built environment and services are delivered to meet the needs of a changing demographic. This is the first boo...Daugiau...
The sixth, fully updated edition of this bestselling guide links the theory and practice of community work in an insightful and relatable read for students and practitioners alike. With an accessible style, experienced author Alan Twelvetrees sets ou...Daugiau...
First published in 1987, Meaning and Actions central theme is the difficulty of matching an understanding of social problems to effective strategies, in a time of endemic fiscal constraints and profound changes in economic structure. ...Daugiau...
Engaging Children and Young People in Planning places planners skills for engagement with children and young people centre stage by discussing several projects delivered or supported by planning students to young people in the Northeast ...Daugiau...
Engaging Children and Young People in Planning places planners skills for engagement with children and young people centre stage by discussing several projects delivered or supported by planning students to young people in the northeast of England....Daugiau...
Originally published in 1980, the editors of this NISW collection suggest that if community workers are to remain effective, then they must stay on the boundaries of the agencies that employ them and of the groups with whom they work. This theme o...Daugiau...
The voluntary sector was central to the COVID-19 response: fulfilling basic needs, highlighting new and existing inequalities and coordinating action where the state had been slow to respond. This book curates rigorous academic, policy and practice-b...Daugiau...
This book provides an alternative perspective on community resilience, drawing on critical sociological and social policy insights about how people individually and collectively cope with different kinds of adversity. This book prov...Daugiau...
A global societal issue, ageing populations require policymakers, planners, the public, the third and private sector to rethink how the built environment and services are delivered to meet the needs of a changing demographic. This is the first book...Daugiau...
The book focuses on the UK housing scene but draws on and provides lessons for housing cultures across the globe. Illustrated throughout with case studies, this is the go-to book for anyone who wants to look at housing in a holistic way....Daugiau...
Housing and neighbourhoods have an important contribution to make to our wellbeing and our sense of our place in the world. This book, written for a lay audience (with policy makers firmly in mind) offers a useful and intelligible overview of our ho...Daugiau...
Neoliberal-driven austerity has changed the role of the state, public service provision and citizenship. Thriving in todays society is a challenge for communities around the world as governments increasingly promote privatisation, centralised contro...Daugiau...
The voluntary sector was central to the COVID-19 response: fulfilling basic needs, highlighting new and existing inequalities and coordinating action where the state had been slow to respond. This book curates rigorous academic, policy and practice-b...Daugiau...
