Anti-Oppressive Practice and Strengths Based Practice

Words: 650-700 (Excluding References)

Due Date: 12/04/2019

Time: 6 pm Darwin Time (NT-Australia)

Referencing style: APA 6th Edition with In-Text referencing and reference list.

References: Minimum 4 references among which 2 should be from the suggested readings.

Suggested reading: The Strengths Perspective & Anti Oppressive Practice

· Pattoni, L (2012) Strengths based approaches for working with individuals: Insight 16. Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services (IRSS). Retrieved from https://www.iriss.org.uk/resources/insights/strengths-based-approaches-working-individuals

· Gray, Mel. (2011). Back to basics: A critique of the strengths perspective in social work. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services, 92(1), 5-11.

· Mirick, R. (2013). An Unsuccessful Partnership: Behavioral Compliance and Strengths-Based Child Welfare Practice. Families in Society, 94(4), 227-234.

· Dominelli, L. (2009) People who misuse substances : addictions or responses to difficult life circumstances and relationships? (Chapter 7) Dominelli, L. (2009). Introducing social work Cambridge, UK ; Malden, MA: Polity.

· Raineri, M., & Calcaterra, V. (2018). Social work strategies against crisis in everyday practice: An anti-oppressive case study. International Social Work, 61(1), 130-142.

· Wendt, S & Seymour, S (2009) Applying Post-structuralist ideas to empowerment: Implications for social work education. Social Work Education: The International Journal 29 (6) pp. 670-682

Question LINK: Listen to the recording of Erica's reflections on the first meeting with the social worker at the community centre.

Listen to the 3 minute recording and read the suggested readings to answer the following:

· Summary/reflection of the recording of Erica’s first time visit with the social worker(200 words)

· What is Anti-Oppressive Practice and Strengths Based practice and how can they help you to understand Erica’s situation ( 300 words)

· Critically analyse Anti-Oppressive Practice and Strengths Based practice and explain your approach of working as a social worker with Erica and her family ( 300)