Working With Black Young People

"Not withstanding the variety of accounts, they all point towards a common concern regarding the marginalised position of the needs of black young people in service provision and delivery. In various ways, the chapters offer a range of recommendations for policy and practice. The book is informative and raises illuminating and critical policy and practice questions for policy makers, practitioners and academics alike." --The Howard Journal

"At a time when issues of 'race' are being subsumed under the umbrella of diversity, and risk becoming invisible, it is good to see a publication that addresses relevant topics with academic rigour and passion. A publication such as this has been long over due; we would have to go some way back in social work research to find one of similar depth and quality... rich in information and research, and tackles many issues (e.g. race, identity, practice, role of voluntary sector organisations, forced marriages, education, community cohesion, etc.) with clarity and commitment to addressing racism in its various guises... a pleasure to read... presents debates from historical and contemporary perspectives in a forceful manner with great heart... a key text for social, youth and community work students." --The British Journal of Social Work

"This long-awaited book encapsulates not only working with young black people but also understanding the culture milieu in which they live. It furnishes readers with insights into stereotypical notions which have led, in part, to what the book describes as "negative overrepresentation of black young people in most aspects of life, including education, criminal justice and housing and health care". These concepts are challenged and new ideas are presented for discussion. Through 16 chapters, written by as many noted authors, the book unfolds and discusses historical and contemporary thoughts which provoke readers into becoming aware of issues affecting young black people... the book is a worthwhile investment." --Addiction Today

"Carlton Howson sets the scene for this collection of essays on the issues black young people face in an uncompromising manner by charting the development of black consciousness in an oppressive climate. Fellow contributor and editor Momodou Sallah continues the passion that comes across forcibly by providing an analysis of the term 'black'. He also provides appropriate facts and figures to highlight current issues, concerns and events... There is a clear acknowledgement in some of the chapters that racist attitudes, behaviours and practices adopted by those in power are a major influence on the lives of young people... There is a very good section on volunteering... The suggestion that education about Islam should be introduced cannot be argued against... It's great and practitioners, students and trainers should all find something useful in it for their purposes." --Baljeet Singh Gill in Youth Work Now

"This long-awaited book encapsulates not only working with young black people but also understanding the culture milieu in which they live. It furnishes readers with insights into stereotypical notions which have led, in part, to what the book describes as "negative overrepresentation of black young people in most aspects of life, including education, criminal justice and housing and health care". These concepts are challenged and new ideas are presented for discussion. Through 16 chapters, written by as many noted authors, the book unfolds and discusses historical and contemporary thoughts which provoke readers into becoming aware of issues affecting young black people... the book is a worthwhile investment." --Addiction Today

"Carlton Howson sets the scene for this collection of essays on the issues black young people face in an uncompromising manner by charting the development of black consciousness in an oppressive climate. Fellow contributor and editor Momodou Sallah continues the passion that comes across forcibly by providing an analysis of the term 'black'. He also provides appropriate facts and figures to highlight current issues, concerns and events... There is a clear acknowledgement in some of the chapters that racist attitudes, behaviours and practices adopted by those in power are a major influence on the lives of young people... There is a very good section on volunteering... The suggestion that education about Islam should be introduced cannot be argued against... It's great and practitioners, students and trainers should all find something useful in it for their purposes." --Baljeet Singh Gill in Youth Work Now