Social work with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children
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Social work with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and families has received scant attention, for a variety of reasons, including long-term historical and societal factors. Consequently, the needs of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children in the care system have largely been overlooked.
In this complex area of social work, how can practitioners work effectively and constructively with these communities? How can we better understand Gypsy, Roma and Traveller cultures and traditions, and develop culturally competent practice to inform work with these groups? How can we improve the outcomes for looked after children from these families, and help foster carers and adopters to provide suitable care and parenting for them?
This practice guide will be of immense help to all those working with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities and looked after children, including children's social workers, adoption and fostering practitioners, Children's Guardians and Independent Reviewing Officers.
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Reviews
Allen and Adams have produced a timely addition to specialist practice literature…its real strength rests on its reasoned proposals for reflexive, context-driven practice and procedures…this guide is marked by its willingness to roll its sleeves up and offer considered and creative guidance for practice, as well as compelling suggestions for specialist procedural frameworks.
Jamie O’ Donnell, Social Worker, Glasgow City Council, Practice: Social Work in Action
The wide coverage in this guide makes it a ‘must have’ for those working in social care. It enables the reader to gain a real insight into the experiences of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people.
Hilary Schultess-Young, independent social worker, Professional Social Work