The convergence of social work and human rights: Analysing the historical and ethical foundations of allied disciplines
Year: 2014
Type: article
Abstract: Social work and human rights are related yet distinct disciplines. Recent scholarshiphas emphasised their mutual importance; however, the foundations of each disciplinehave as yet remained relatively unexplored. This paper investigates both social workand human rights for areas of overlap and convergence. Specific points of convergenceidentified include their shared historical context, congruence between their ethical andvalue positions, and their shared purpose and role in society. This paper concludes withimplications for further integrating human rights into social work, the relevance of hu-man rights to social work practice, and implications for social work education.
Authors: Abdulaziz Albrithen, David Androff
Institutions: King Saud University, Arizona State University
Language: English
Subfield: Public Administration
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2587578168