The seventh edition of Social Work and Social Welfare: An Invitation provides an authoritative and accessible overview of the knowledge, skills, and values that are essential for future social workers across various practice settings in an ever-evolving world. As with previous editions, this book is an up-to-date profile of the landscape in which today's social workers practice, encompassing current demographic, statistical, legislative, policy, and research information, sensitive discussions around contemporary ethical issues, and fresh profiles of social workers with first-person narratives that demonstrate the fulfilling field students will be joining. To reflect and address the changes within the profession and the world since the previous edition was released, Vithya Murugan, Marla Berg-Weger, and new co-author Annah Kay Bender revised and added content that:

The book's refreshed overview is supported by a range of fully updated instructor- and student-led resources that are available through the book's companion website, www.routledgesw.com. Altogether, the seventh edition of Social Work and Social Welfare maintains its essential and engaging coverage of the field, introducing readers to the world of social work and professional practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and in policy settings.