Religion, Belief and Social Work: Making a Difference Author:Sheila Furness and Philip Gilligan Areas covered include: working within

Areas covered include: working within primary care

particularly in areas such as children and families

to what purposes they are used and whose interests they are made to serve

Given the increase of disability related support services controlled and run by disabled people themselves

Consultant editor: Jo Campling

Religion, Belief and Social Work: Making a Difference Author:Sheila Furness and Philip Gilligan Areas covered include: working withinThis book examines how religion and related beliefs have varied impacts on the needs and perceptions of practitioners, service users, and the support networks available to them. The authors argue that social workers need to understand these phenomena, so that they can become more confident in challenging discriminatory and oppressive practices. The centrality of religion and associated beliefs in the lives of many is emphasised, as are their