This guide serves as a foundational text to creating and leading groups. Designed primarily for the beginning group worker from any of the helping professions, the book also acts as a valuable resource for those with more group experience.

Reflecting the broad nature of this area, this book goes beyond merely looking at organised crime and terrorism to present readers with a wide-ranging introduction, explaining the real-world relevance of all key theories and providing plenty of guidance for wider reading

International in scope, Security and Crime is an authoritative and multidisciplinary analysis of the relationship between security and crime, addressing much of the confusion about its nature and meaning, clarifying its relevance to criminological analysis, and giving due attention to the interdisciplinary nature of the topic.

Addresses all the major areas of debate including organised crime, human rights, transnational policing and accountability.

Outlines a distinct approach to community practice born out of the intersection among social movements, day-to-day organizing, and the lessons of five decades of community change practices. This book is suitable for anyone involved in community organization, community health, and community activism practice research and policy.

Perfect for students looking towards a career in either criminology or criminal justice, this exciting text makes statistics less daunting.

Using case studies, activities and research summaries, this accessible guide to child and family social work will provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to practice with confidence.

Using case studies, reflective questions and checklists for practice, this hands-on guide will provide busy social workers with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively and confidently make a difference to the lives of children and young people.

Accessible and hands on guidebook for social work students on how to navigate through their placement. Packed with case studies and activities. Â

A step-by-step guide to effective writing in social work