Working with Men in the Human Services

Name: Working with Men in the Human Services
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Working with Men in the Human ServicesAuthor(s): Peter Camilleri\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367720155, 978-0367720155\nSynopsis\nMen are often invisible in the human services. As clients and as workers, men have largely been ignored in the efforts that have been made to combat sexism in social work and welfare practice.\n\nWorking with Men in the Human Services argues that addressing gender injustice requires an understanding of men as well as of women. The authors analyse how men's position in society affects their relationships with women, and with each other. They also examine the influence of masculine culture on men's self-perception and behaviour. Key practice issues are highlighted with case studies from a variety of contexts.\n\nWorking with Men in the Human Services marks the beginning of a new agenda for profeminist practice with men, and is essential reading for students and professionals in soci.