Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services

The Art, Science, and Practice of Social Work

Special Online Rates in 2010
Don't miss out on new research, clinical implications, & policy recommendations. To help social work programs maintain affordable learning resources, we have instituted a hardship rate of 20% off the regular online-only subscription cost.

New Fall E-Alert!
New E-Alert announced. Plus, browse the free archive. Sign up for more!
Journal Editor Announces Plans to Retire in 2011
Long-time editor Bill Powell to retire after 25 years of service; successor sought for 2011 appointment. Visit the Request for Applications page for details on the recruitment process.
Abstract Podcasts
New abstract podcasts of July articles now available.
Practice & Policy Focus:
Kinship Care in Child Welfare
New issue compares best practices in assessment, placement, and permanency.
Expanded Online Book Review Section
Check out the new topics, an expanded title list, & a variety of media formats.

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July–September 2010 Issue Now Online
New fall issue (Vol. 91, No. 3) features a special focus on risk & resilience. Articles also include clinical social work and agency practice & evaluation.
Special Focus Issue: Revisiting Risk and Resilience
New collection brings attention to the roles played by the diversity of consumers and the cultural competence of practitioners.
Preview October–December 2010 Issue
Browse the articles, authors, abstracts, and podcast coming to the winter issue (Vol. 91, No. 4).

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