Cultural Competency in Social Work: Working Effectively with Diverse Populations in Multicultural Settings

Cultural Competency in Social Work: Working Effectively with Diverse Populations in Multicultural Settings is a timely and practical guide for today’s social work professionals, educators, and students. Rooted in cultural humility, social justice, and ethical practice, this book equips readers with the tools to engage compassionately and effectively with individuals and communities from a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds. It offers essential frameworks, real-world case examples, and actionable strategies for navigating identity, intersectionality, systemic oppression, and cross-cultural communication. Whether you're new to the profession or seeking to deepen your practice, this book is your roadmap to inclusive, equitable, and transformative social work.