Now in its third edition Human Rights & Social Work explores how the principles of human rights inform contemporary social work practice Jim Ife considers the implications of social work's traditional Enlightenment heritage & the possibilities of 'post-Enlightenment' practice in a way that is accessible direct & engaging The world has changed significantly since the publication of the first edition in 2000 & this book is situated firmly within the context of present-day debates concerns & crises Ife covers the importance of relating human rights to the non-human world as well as the consequences of political & ecological uncertainty Featuring examples further readings & a glossary readers are able to identify & investigate the important issues & questions arising from human rights & social work Now more than ever Human Rights & Social Work is an indispensable resource for students scholars & practitioners alike