Rural Social Work in the UK: Themes and Challenges for the Future

Foreword
Contents
Notes on Contributors
List of Abbreviations
List of Figures
1: Introduction: Rurality and Rural Social Work
	Why This Book: The Rediscovery of Rural Social Work
	What Is Rurality?
	Rural Places
	Social Justice, Diversity and Difference
	What Is Rural Social Work?
	Issues Arising from the Policy Context
	The Content of the Book
	References
Part I: Stigma
	2: Social Work at Home: Dual Relationships
		Introduction
		Features of Dual Relationships
		Never NOT the Social Worker?
		Recommendations and Insights from Practice
		And Finally ….
		References
	3: Alcohol and Other Drug Harm in Rural Scotland: Addiction Looks Different Here
		Introduction
		Alcohol and Other Drug Use and Harm in Scotland
			Alcohol Use and Associated Physical Harm in Scotland
			Other Drug Use and Associated Physical Harm in Scotland
			Harm Caused to Families
		Prevalence of Alcohol and Other Drug Use in Rural Scotland
		Hidden in Plain Sight
			Crime
			Poverty and Employment
			Affluence
		Barriers to Recovery Services and Seeking Support
			Access to Services
			Transportation
			Urban Bias in Co-producing Recovery Services
			Poor Communication and Dilution of Expertise
			Stigma
		Is It All Bad?
		Conclusion
		References
	4: Rural Social Work with Romani and Travellers
		Introduction
		Gypsy, Roma and Travellers as Distinct Ethnic Groups
		Accommodation
		Origins
		Activism and the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Social Work Association
		Impact of Changing Rural Economy
		‘The Last Acceptable Form of Racism’
		Conclusion
		References
Part II: Environment
	5: Re-Imagining Rural Social Work During the Time of Covid-19 and a Climate Crisis
		Introduction
		Defining Rural Green Social Work
			Self-Care
		Rurbanisation: The Demise of Rural Living
			Rurbanisation in Rural Warwickshire
		Climate Change: A Rural Issue
			Climate Migrants
		The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Conference of the Parties (UNFCCC COP)
		Covid-19 Requires an End to Environmental Degradation in Rural Habitats
		Conclusions
		References
	6: Food, Farming and Rural Relationships with the Land
		Introduction
		Land Changes and Agriculture
		People and Their Relationships with the Land
		Rural Social Work
		Conclusion
		References
	7: Rurality and Technology
		Introduction
		Access and Connectivity
		Mobility and Technology
		Technologically Facilitated Communication
		Technological Potential
		Risks
		Skills and Education
		Future
		Conclusion
		References
Part III: Community
	8: The Trojan Mouse: The Benefits of Social Work Out of Doors
		Preamble: Patterning Something Different
		Introduction
		Our Roles and Relationship
		Wellbeing and Relationships Flourish Outdoors
		Social Work and Community Development
		Forest Families Programme
		The Families’ Stories as Case Studies
		Case Study 1: A Parent and Her Son’s Journey
		Case Study 2: A Cancer Survivor
		Key Messages from the Case Examples
		Conclusions: Ponderings and Reflections
		References
	9: Patriarchy, Masculinities and Gender-Based Violence in Rural Communities
		Masculinity and Its Significance in the Rural Context
		Negative Manifestations of Rural Masculinity
		Social Work Interventions in the Rural Context
		Taking This Forward: Discussion and Conclusion
		References
	10: ‘A Life Worth Living: All My Days’—Rural Social Work with Older People
		Introduction
		Rural Social Work
		Older People
		Social Work Practice with Older People in Rural Communities
		Thinking Differently About Ageing
		Thinking Differently About Social Work
		Conclusion
		References
	11: Protecting Rural Young People from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
		Introduction
			Contrasting Perceptions…
			Definitions
		Part 1: Current Problems and Disadvantages
			Poverty and Deprivation
			Other Relevant Issues
			Scanty Mental Health Services
			Limited Broadband and Mobile Coverage: Increasing Loss of Public Telephones
			Lack of Confidentiality, Stigma and Silencing
			New Risks of County Lines Activity
		Part 2: What Can Be Done? The Basics…
			Getting the Basics Right
			Thinking Positively About Rural Working
		Part 3: Neighbourhood Mapping for Children’s Safety
			What Is NMCS? A Summary
			Limited Broadband and Mobile Coverage; Increasing Loss of Public Telephones
			NMCS Maps Traditions and Strengths to Build Upon
			‘Cultural’ Issues: Barriers to a Safer Environment?
			Rural Areas May Vary, as Mapping Will Reveal
			Positive Use of Differences?
			The Money Problem….
			Thoughts on Focused Imagination
		Other Positive Issues for Rural Communities
			Contextual Safeguarding
			Outreach and the Use of Hubs
			Innovation in County Lines Work
			Needs-Led, Not Demand-Led, Study of Sexual Crime
		Conclusion
			Rural Proofing
				Including, Not Excluding or Forgetting
		References
	12: Final Words: Social Work and Rural Communities—Reflections and Ways Forward
		Introduction
		Emerging Themes
			Stigma
			Environment
			Community
		Key Cross-Cutting Themes
		Final Words
		References
Index