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New Directions in Social Work
Summary: Should evangelical Christian aid agencies play a role in helping to rebuild Iraq? Some Non-Government Organisations are concerned that groups like Samaritan's Purse - view Iraq as their next crusade; a chance to convert Muslims to Christianity. And in the current climate of heightened religious sensitivity, it's feared that Christian evangelism will do more harm than good. For its part, Samaritan's Purse says it's in Iraq to distribute aid with no strings attached. Christine Heard reports on the activities of Samaritan's Purse - in Iraq and in Australia. 21 - 40 min. Also on this tape: Laws governing who supplies what we read, watch and listen to are being debated in Canberra. The Government proposals to free up media ownership have already been rejected by the Senate once and could provide another trigger for a double dissolution election. 0 - 21 min. Paul McGeough, the only Australian reporter to cover the war in Iraq from Baghdad has written a book about his experiences and is interviewed by Jenny Brockie. 40 -50 min. Offair, SBS, 50 min. total.
Foundations of Social Work Practice in the Field of Aging
The aging of societies is a global phenomenon. In the United States alone, the life expectancy for both men and women will continue to increase over the next few decades and with that a population explosion of older adults. The dramatic increase in the number and diversity of older adults elevates the visibility of gerontological matters. As a result, social work practice is becoming more multigenerational, thereby demanding social workers, regardless of their professional endeavors, to be equipped with the most innovative theories and practices to serve older adults and their families. This comprehensive text spans the new knowledge and skills required in direct practice areas, group work, ...
