Islam & Social Work: Debating values, transforming practice Author:Sara Ashencaen Crabtree, Fatima Husain, Basia Spalek act local’)

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Foreword by: Rt Hon Mark Drakeford

this unique book will be essential reading for social workers in rural locations in Scotland and will provide a rich source of material for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

Spiritually Aware

and ethical implications

Islam & Social Work: Debating values, transforming practice Author:Sara Ashencaen Crabtree, Fatima Husain, Basia Spalek act local’)Traditionally, equality and diversity issues have been addressed through the lens of race ethnicity, and the faith identities of minority ethnic communities have been largely bypassed. But, particularly post 9 11, there is a need for policies and services that are sensitive to faith in general, and Islam in particular. Encouraging greater cultural competence, this unique book enables social work practitioners to gain a deeper understanding of how