Working with Whanau : Rural Social Work in Aotearoa New Zealand

This study examines the changing face of school social work. It highlights the importance of strong relationships when working in rural Maori communities.; the unique challenges for workers travelling solo on New Zealand seconadary roads; contemporary professional issues; political and policy changes; and presents Maori views of working with Maori communities.The book will interest all those who develop and provide services to rural Maori communities, particularly social services, and brings readers up to date with current practice issues. It will also appeal to teachers, principals and School Boards working with social workers in schools.This is the third book in a series highlighting the work of kaimahi in rural communities. It adds to two previous publications in 2011.

Featured in the 21 September 2015 New Zealand Newsletter.
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