Religion and expressions of religious faith have been a relatively neglected issue in public policy, as well as in academic and applied practical social policy studies. As the UK has become a more multi-faith society, religious identity has tended to be s
Religion and expressions of religious faith have been a relatively neglected issue in public policy, as well as in academic and applied practical soci...
Faith groups are already important in the regeneration of communities, and are often more committed and have long-term involvement. However, despite UK government directives to involve faith communities in regeneration and renewal, official agencies lack understanding about faith communities and their diversity, and conflicts arise between secular liberal views and those of religious groups. This book summarizes the politics and policy of involving religion in regeneration; looks at the motivations, theologies and values that underpin faith organizations; locates both good and problematic...
Faith groups are already important in the regeneration of communities, and are often more committed and have long-term involvement. However, despite U...
