Author/Editor		Canals, Joseph
Title		Mesto antropologije v teoretskem ozadju socialnega dela
Translated title		The place of anthropology in the theoretical background of social work
Type		članek
Source		Soc Delo
Vol. and No.		Letnik 34, št. 2
Publication year		1995
Volume		str. 97-107
Language		slo
Abstract		The article deals with the relationship between social anthropology and social work. The two disciplines share many problems, including the theoretical crisis of social sciences. According to the author, social sciences as well as other relevant disciplines must not be considered the theoretical basis of social work but a part of its theoretical background, together with the systematisation of social workers' practical experience. The importance of understanding the social actors' views is emphasised, as is the need to understand from the inside rather than in terms of externally defined categories. The question of "the other" is considered the main focus that can articulate the use of anthropological approach in social work. Understanding from the inside and dealing with "the other" are deeply rooted in the anthropological tradition. These aims are consistent with the aim to empower client groups which is one of the main pillars of social work.
Descriptors		SOCIAL WORK ANTHROPOLOGY