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Faith-based human services initiatives: considerations for social work practice and theory.

By Tangenberg, Kathleen M.
Publication: Social Work
Date: Friday, July 1 2005

Faith-based human services initiatives present numerous challenges to professional social work. This article explores ways a theoretical integration of ecosystems and structuration perspectives may help social workers navigate complex ideological and practical implications of changing service delivery policies. The article highlights diversity among faith-related providers, with presentation of a services typology relevant to social work and ethical guidelines to inform decision making regarding referrals and collaborations. Examples from a qualitative study of faith-related services, val

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