Qualitative Social Work

Scope

Qualitative Social Work provides a forum for those interested in qualitative research and evaluation and in qualitative approaches to practice. The journal facilitates interactive dialogue and integration between those interested in qualitative research and methodology and those involved in the world of practice. It reflects the fact that these worlds are increasingly international and interdisciplinary in nature. The journal is a forum for rigorous dialogue that promotes qualitatively informed professional practice and inquiry. In addition to articles on qualitative research, evaluation and practice, the journal promotes exchange and conversation on: -The role of critical perspectives within social work -The nature of reflective inquiry and practice -Emerging applications of critical realism in social work -The potential of social constructionist and narrative approaches to research and practice. The basic assumptions of all forms of research and of practice are being challenged. We invite journal contributors to engage with that challenge and to do so in the primary contexts of social work and the evaluation of practice. Practitioners and those articulating international and interdisciplinary perspectives are particularly encouraged to submit articles and commentary. This journal accepts supplementary materials, e.g. audio/video files, datasets, additional images etc.