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Paradigm for pluralism: Mikhail Bakhtin and social work practice.

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This article explores the work of the literary and cultural theorist and philosopher Mikhail Bakhtin and acknowledges him as a new voice to social work. In a larger context the authors argue that his ideas can help the profession negotiate the tricky and ... (Full abstract text below)

Published 2002Jan in Journal: Soc Work (Language : eng)

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1. Soc Work. 2002 Jan;47(1):19-29

Paradigm for pluralism: Mikhail Bakhtin and social work practice.

Irving A, Young T

Center for Social Work Education, Widener University, Chester, PA 19013, USA. allan.irving@Widener.edu

This article explores the work of the literary and cultural theorist and philosopher Mikhail Bakhtin and acknowledges him as a new voice to social work. In a larger context the authors argue that his ideas can help the profession negotiate the tricky and unsettling transition from modernity to postmodernity. In particular the authors explore two of his key concepts-dialogue and carnival-and suggest that they offer creative and innovative ways to think about three enduring issues in social work practice: (1) empowerment and social justice, (2) the creation of knowledge for practice, and (3) diversity and difference. Overall Bakhtin's thoughts provide the profession with a paradigm for pluralism that the authors believe will add new credibility and strength to the profession and its practitioners.

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First Name	LastName	Initials
Allan	Irving	A
Tom	Young	T

Affiliation: Center for Social Work Education, Widener University, Chester, PA 19013, USA. allan.irving@Widener.edu

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