Introduction; The requirement to consider religion and spiritual beliefs; Frameworks and models to develop cultural competence in relation to religion and belief; Religion, belief and social work with children and families; Older people, religion and belief; Child abuse, adult abuse, religion and belief; Mental health, religion and belief; Learning disabilities, religion and belief; Religion, belief, migrants, refugees and asylum seekers; Faith-based social work: contributions, dilemmas and conflicts; Concluding remarks.

"[Religion, belief and social work] will make you appreciate the need to consider these aspects in a more embracing manner. [There are] excellent case examples .. throughout the book. ... .the main thrust of this book is a plea for the integration of a consciousness of belief issues into daily social work". Roger Fowkes, 5% Review on Amazon "This book makes a significant contribution to practice wisdom. Enhanced by thought-provoking case studies, it offers a strengths-based framework grounded in practice that will help social workers open some important doors." Bernard R Moss, Professor of Social Work Education and Spirituality, Staffordshire University "This readily accessible book is most welcome. Written by authors who clearly understand the significance of spirituality and religious beliefs to social work, it provides both frameworks and insights to inform and develop sensitive and competent practice." Jan Horwath, Prof of Child Welfare, University of Sheffield "At last: a courageous, sensitive and comprehensive book on the place of religion and belief in everyday social work practice. An indispensable resource for those committed to delivering culturally-appropriate services to users and carers." Siobhan E. Laird, Centre for Social Work, University of Nottingham