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A CRITICAL REVIEW OF RESILIENCE THEORY AND ITS RELEVANCE FOR SOCIAL WORK by Van Breda, Adrian

“…As resilience theory gains traction as a theoretical framework for research in social work, it is important to engage with it critically.This article provides…”
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Developing the notion of ubuntu as African theory for social work practice by Van Breda, Adrian

“…Ubuntu is an African concept referring to humanness. It gives expression to deeply-held African ideals of one's personhood being rooted in one's…”
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SOCIAL WORK EDUCATORS’ PERCEPTIONS OF THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL WORK by Arkert, Linda, Jacobs, Issie

“…It is well known that the effects of climate change and especially environmental inequality are amplified for people who live in poverty or who are…”
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The perspectives of social work supervisees on the quality of supervision in the giyani region of Limpopo province, South Africa by Maluleke, Tsunduka, Bhuda, Gladys Bathabile

“…This article reports on a qualitative research study which was intended to explore the perspectives of social work supervisees on the quality of supervision in…”
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FROM ‘VICTIM’ TO ‘SURVIVOR’: DECONSTRUCTING THE PERVASIVE NOTION OF VICTIMHOOD IN DISCOURSES AROUND PROGRAMMES DEALING WITH GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE by Leburu, Goitseone

“…Social workers are among key professionals rendering empowerment services to people affected by gender-based violence in South Africa. These services are…”
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AN ANALYSIS OF POLICIES AND LEGISLATION RELATING TO CHILD PARTICIPATION BY CHILDREN IN ALTERNATIVE CARE IN SOUTH AFRICA by Schiller, Ulene, Strydom, Marianne, Lombard, Antoinette, Rademeyer, Cobus

“…Worldwide, children in the care of the state constitute one of the most vulnerable groups in society. They are often not heard, or their views not respected in…”
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WORKPLACE LEARNING IN THE CONTEMPORARY SUPERVISION LANDSCAPE: THE CASE OF SUPERVISION IN A SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANISATION by Sithole, Mbongeni Shadrack, Shokane, Allucia Lulu

“…The blurring of the boundaries and interconnectedness between learning and work are features worth exploring in the contemporary supervision landscape…”
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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTHERN AFRICA IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19 by Ncube, Mpumelelo

“…Modern capitalism has shaped the world, but for many scholars, its principles have disproportionately favoured the prosperity of a minority while neglecting…”
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“MUCH OF OUR COUNSELLING IS ABOUT YOUR FACIAL EXPRESSION AND AUTHENTICITY”: SCHOOL-BASED COUNSELLING DURING COVID-19 IN KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCE by Warria, Ajwang’, Coleman, Kerry-Jane, Chadambuka, Cyndirela

“…Maintaining therapeutic care of learners during and after COVID-19 in South Africa has required significant changes to the way that counselling is provided in…”
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EXPLORING RECIPROCITY IN GRANDPARENT-GRANDCHILDREN CARE: THE CASE OF MDLANKOMO LOCATION, LIBODE IN THE EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA by Soganga, Aseza, Kang’ethe, Simon Murote

“…In South Africa, there appears to be a paradigm shift where the majority of the country’s children are taken care of by their grandparents. This article…”
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THE INFLUENCE OF CULTURE ON CHILD RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN ZIMBABWE: A CASE STUDY by Tshugulu, Ansley Nonsikelelo, Simbine, Samuel Lisenga, Charamba, Sunungurai, Muridzo, Noel Garikai

“…The article explores child rights violations emanating from harmful cultural practices in Zimbabwe. A qualitative case study research design was used. The…”
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ETHICAL GUIDELINES FOR ADOPTION SOCIAL WORKERS IN SOUTH AFRICA: THE DELPHI PROCESS by Pieterse, Katinka, Malan, Hanelie

“…Adoption involves dealing with legal and ethical complexities, competing rights and addressing the long-term implications for those involved. The principle of…”
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NOW THE SOLUTION IS HERE – SOCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR ORPHANED CHILDREN: THE EXTENDED CHILD SUPPORT GRANT by Sibanda, Sipho, Ndamba, Felistus

“…The current crisis in foster care was precipitated by using the child protection system to meet the social assistance needs of orphaned children. The new…”
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PERCEPTIONS OF NYAOPE USERS REGARDING THERAPEUTIC SERVICES AT PRIVATE IN-PATIENT TREATMENT CENTRES IN GAUTENG by Zwane, Noxolo Chairmaine Minenhle, Geyer, Stephan

“…National data indicate that young adults are increasingly vulnerable to the harmful use of nyaope –an illicit drug. Consequently, there is a need for…”
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SHOULD THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC BE CONSIDERED A TRAUMATIC STRESSOR? SOME CONCERNS FOR MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS by Kagee, Ashraf

“…This opinion article argues that it may not be appropriate to regard the Covid-19 pandemic as a traumatic stressor. Persons diagnosed with Covid-19 have…”
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PARENTS’ EXPERIENCES OF PARTICIPATING IN DIVERSION PROGRAMMES FOR CHILDREN IN CONFLICT WITH THE LAW by Malesa, Kgashane Johannes, Mashamba, Magala Erick

“…A study of parental involvement in their children’s diversion programmes has been a gap in both practice and research. This article focuses on the parents’…”
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What motivates mothers to apply a positive parenting approach? A qualitative study by Bradley, Lexi, Greeff, Abraham Petrus

“…Few studies to date have explored the perceptions of parents about positive parenting in general, and none have examined parents' motivation to apply a…”
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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FOOD INSECURITY, THE CHILD SUPPORT GRANT AND CHILDCARE ARRANGEMENTS by Tyabashe-Phume, Babalwa Pearl, Swart, Rina, Zembe-Mkabile, Wanga

“…Food insecurity is endemic in South Africa because of high levels of poverty. Children in foodinsecure households may be exposed to childcare instabilities…”
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EXPERIENCES OF SOCIAL WORKERS IN WORKING WITH HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM APPROACH by Maxhakana, Zama, Sithole, Mbongeni Shadrack

“…This article uses role theory as a lens to explain the experiences of social workers working within healthcare multidisciplinary teams, which are characterised…”
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Care-leavers' efforts to build resilience through relationships of belonging by Reuben, Sasambal, van Breda, Adrian D

“…This article aims to deepen and theorise our understanding of the need for belonging among young people transitioning out of residential care. The study…”
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