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Experiences of social care and social work education: completing the circle
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Social Work in Wales. :117-130
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This chapter discusses the work of the ‘Outside In’ project, which seeks to ensure that the voices of individuals and carers are at the heart of social work literature and education. It also demonstrates the variety of ways in which the voices of the people who use services can be heard and emphasises our interconnectedness in communities of learning, as we all carry with us expertise through experience which can be beneficial to others. The chapter presents creative methods of coproduction, such as art and individuals’ stories to help the reader gain an understanding of different perspectives related to social work. It concludes with the idea that nothing is complete until all the partners are equal and that though this project has taken a while, members now feel equal and make a difference, and are valued for their contributions.
Health and social care, policy and practice has been one of the foremost areas of devolved activity within Wales. As a consequence of this, and particularly since the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, social work practice in Wales has taken on an increasingly distinct existence. This text captures an essential understanding of how the context, delivery and discussions around social work practice within Wales have evolved over the last two decades. It has been increasingly important for academics, researchers and social workers to reflect this Welsh context in their work. For students, the ability to demonstrate an understanding of Welsh context has become a consistent and mandatory core requirement of the Welsh regulator, Social Care Wales, in all pre- and post-qualifying social work programmes and modules. This is the first text that covers these specific elements. Its content is highly original, with its uniqueness emerging through synthesis of the voices of academics, citizens, practitioners and students in an examination of the distinctive nature of contemporary social work in Wales.With a foreword by First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, this book is the first to offer an in-depth look into what makes the Welsh Social Work context unique. It includes the move towards joint children, families and adult provision and the emphasis on early intervention, future generations and partnership considerations.Covering the subject knowledge required by the Welsh regulator, Social Care Wales, it provides essential reading for students and practising social workers in Wales, and rich contextual analysis for other international social work practitioners and writers. Each chapter includes:dialogue on the distinctive ‘Welsh Way’ that underpins the nation’s social work approach;focus on application: responses and implications for professional practice;the ‘giving of voice’ section: demonstrating the key emphasis in Welsh practice of ensuring that multiple stakeholder perspectives are actively heard;key resources for further independent exploration of the topics.Essential reading for students and practicing social workers in Wales, this book is the first to examine what makes the Welsh context unique, including the move towards joint children, families and adult provision and the emphasis on early intervention partnership considerations.
Health and social care, policy and practice has been one of the foremost areas of devolved activity within Wales. As a consequence of this, and particularly since the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, social work practice in Wales has taken on an increasingly distinct existence. This text captures an essential understanding of how the context, delivery and discussions around social work practice within Wales have evolved over the last two decades. It has been increasingly important for academics, researchers and social workers to reflect this Welsh context in their work. For students, the ability to demonstrate an understanding of Welsh context has become a consistent and mandatory core requirement of the Welsh regulator, Social Care Wales, in all pre- and post-qualifying social work programmes and modules. This is the first text that covers these specific elements. Its content is highly original, with its uniqueness emerging through synthesis of the voices of academics, citizens, practitioners and students in an examination of the distinctive nature of contemporary social work in Wales.With a foreword by First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, this book is the first to offer an in-depth look into what makes the Welsh Social Work context unique. It includes the move towards joint children, families and adult provision and the emphasis on early intervention, future generations and partnership considerations.Covering the subject knowledge required by the Welsh regulator, Social Care Wales, it provides essential reading for students and practising social workers in Wales, and rich contextual analysis for other international social work practitioners and writers. Each chapter includes:dialogue on the distinctive ‘Welsh Way’ that underpins the nation’s social work approach;focus on application: responses and implications for professional practice;the ‘giving of voice’ section: demonstrating the key emphasis in Welsh practice of ensuring that multiple stakeholder perspectives are actively heard;key resources for further independent exploration of the topics.Essential reading for students and practicing social workers in Wales, this book is the first to examine what makes the Welsh context unique, including the move towards joint children, families and adult provision and the emphasis on early intervention partnership considerations.