It presents a framework for urban social work practice that encompasses a deep understanding of the challenges faced by this community from a perspective based on empowerment strengths resilience cultural competence and multiculturalism the book delivers proven strategies for social work practice with the urban african american population. Social work practice with african americans in urban environments is structured to serve as a quick reference providing a wealth of information in a succinct yet thorough manner and can serve as a resource for anyone working with or interested in this population it is well written and useful as a desktop reference for practitioners and a guide for students working with african americans in urban environments. Social work practice with african americans in urban environments1st edition kindle edition byphd vakalahi halaevalu fo dreditor lcsw c wells wilbon rhonda dsw msw licsweditor lcsw mcphatter anna r phdeditor0moreformat kindle edition 48 out of 5 stars10 ratings. Social work practice with african americans in urban environments rhonda wells wilbon anna r mcphatter halaevalu f ofahengaue vakalahi eds the experiences of african americans in urban communities are distinct from those of other ethnic groups and to be truly understood require an in depth appreciation of the interface between micro and macro level factors. Social work practice with african americans in urban environments wells wilbon dsw msw licsw lcsw c rhonda mcphatter phd lcsw anna r vakalahi phd halaevalu fo 9780826130747 books amazonca