Principles of social justice lie at the heart of the social work profession. This book examines the current climate of social work practice and the challenges presented by neoliberalism. It puts forward a model for reconnecting with more traditional social justice values and doing the right thing rather than just doing things the right way.

Bringing about change doesn't necessitate going on marches or organising petitions - even the most `non-active' of social workers can embrace a radical approach to their work that develops empathy, recognises oppression, and the causes of social injustice.