Community-Based Participatory Research as a Social Work Research and Intervention Approach

摘要

Social workers are now often expected to base their practice on solid empirical findings, but research can vary in terms of its usefulness and relevance to practice. Some social workers have criticized traditional research approaches, suggesting that they are not consistent with the profession's mission to serve vulnerable and disadvantaged populations (e.g., Finn, 199420. Finn , J. L. 1994 . The promise of participatory research . Journal of Progressive Human Services , 5 : 25 - 42 . [Taylor & Francis Online], [CSA]View all references). Community-based participatory action research may be an appropriate alternative that is participatory, empowering, and committed to social justice (Minkler & Wallerstein, 200856. Minkler , M. and Wallerstein , N. 2008 . “ Introduction to CBPR: New issues and emphases ” . In Community-based participatory research for health , 2nd , Edited by: Minkler , M. and Wallerstein , N. 5 - 23 . San Francisco , CA : Jossey-Bass . View all references). This article explores the connection between social work and CBPR, illustrating how CBPR can contribute significantly to achieving the field's goals.View full textDownload full textKeywordscommunity practice, community research, human services, social action, social welfare, university-community partnershipsRelated var addthis_config = { ui_cobrand: "Taylor & Francis Online", services_compact: "citeulike,netvibes,twitter,technorati,delicious,linkedin,facebook,stumbleupon,digg,google,more", pubid: "ra-4dff56cd6bb1830b" }; Add to shortlist Link Permalink http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10705422.2012.699871