{"product_id":"social-work-and-folk-culture-by-prakash-m-katare-hardcover","title":"Social Work and Folk Culture by Prakash M. Katare (Hardcover)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eBook Description: \u003cem\u003eSocial Work and Folk Culture\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor: Prakash M. Katare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSocial Work and Folk Culture\u003c\/em\u003e explores the relationship between social work practices and the traditional cultural expressions, beliefs, customs, and values of communities. It highlights the significance of folk culture in understanding social structures, community identities, local knowledge systems, and the everyday experiences of people, particularly in rural and indigenous settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe book's subject examines how folk traditions, including folk songs, dances, festivals, rituals, oral narratives, and indigenous practices, can contribute to community development, social awareness, and collective participation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural diversity and respecting local traditions while addressing social problems and promoting social welfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe study also highlights the role of social workers in mobilizing communities, preserving cultural heritage, encouraging people's participation, and using culturally sensitive approaches to address issues such as poverty, inequality, illiteracy, discrimination, and social exclusion. It underscores the importance of integrating traditional knowledge and contemporary social work methods to promote empowerment and sustainable community development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThis book may be useful for students, educators, social work professionals, researchers, and readers interested in social work, folk traditions, community organization, cultural studies, and rural development. It offers a subject-based perspective on the relevance of folk culture in strengthening community relationships and advancing social well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Hobby Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67877746573355,"sku":null,"price":1045.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6796\/1387\/files\/SocialWorkandFolkCulture.jpg?v=1792134021","url":"https:\/\/www.indianhobbycenter.com\/products\/social-work-and-folk-culture-by-prakash-m-katare-hardcover","provider":"Indian Hobby Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}