This important new book critically examines the complex policy and practice issues surrounding child protection, including the impact of theoretical orientation

Child care law and policy issues generate very strong emotions and some crucial questions concerning the role of the state. For instance, under what circumstanc

This collection focuses on child welfare in its specific sense: welfare and social interventions with children and young people undertaken by State bodies or NG

This open access book critically explores what child protection policy and professional practice would mean if practice was grounded in human rights standards.