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This pivot examines non-governmental organization (NGO) interventions in two community development initiatives, namely social capital and community empowerment, and their role in funding and formulating development frameworks in developing countries like Bangladesh. It considers the key development discourse issues of collective action, social trust and access to knowledge, to political processes and to financial, social and natural resources. Given the large proportion of foreign funding, NGOs and donors also increasingly face the twin challenges of demonstrating both efficient and effective delivery of services and accountability in their relationships with various stakeholders. Reflecting on the relevance of NGOs for community development, and the merits, challenges and limitations of NGO activities, this book provides a comprehensive study of NGO participation in community development in Bangladesh and Third World countries more widely to highlight a global concern with international implications. Dr Rezaul Islam is Professor in Social Work at the Institute of Social Welfare & Research, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. He is also Visiting Senior Lecturer, Department of Social Administration & Justice, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.

Social sciences. --- Development economics. --- Social structure. --- Social inequality. --- Social service. --- Social Sciences. --- Social Work and Community Development. --- Development Economics. --- Social Structure, Social Inequality. --- Non-governmental organizations --- Government policy. --- INGOs (International agencies) --- International non-governmental organizations --- NGOs (International agencies) --- Nongovernmental organizations --- Organizations, Non-governmental (International agencies) --- Private and voluntary organizations (International agencies) --- PVOs (International agencies) --- International agencies --- Nonprofit organizations --- Economics --- Economic development --- Benevolent institutions --- Philanthropy --- Relief stations (for the poor) --- Social service agencies --- Social welfare --- Social work --- Human services --- Egalitarianism --- Inequality --- Social equality --- Social inequality --- Political science --- Sociology --- Democracy --- Liberty --- Organization, Social --- Social organization --- Anthropology --- Social institutions --- Equality.

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This book, 'Fieldwork in Social Work: A Practical Guide' by M. Rezaul Islam, is a comprehensive resource for students, academics, and practitioners in the field of social work. It explores the intricacies of fieldwork practice, offering insights into ethical dilemmas, technological advancements, and the evolving landscape of social work. With a focus on bridging theory and practice, the guide emphasizes the importance of field placements and reflective practice. It serves as a crucial tool for students entering the field, academics seeking to enhance their teaching, and experienced professionals aiming to deepen their impact. The book is dedicated to fostering positive change and social advocacy.

Fieldwork (Educational method) --- Social work education. --- Social work education

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Understanding Children's Perspectives in Social Research by M. Rezaul Islam explores the methodologies and ethical considerations of conducting social research with children. The book emphasizes the importance of viewing children as active contributors rather than passive subjects, advocating for participatory research methods that respect and amplify children's voices. It provides insights into the historical evolution of children's participation in research, highlighting the shift towards ethical practices informed by children's rights and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). Targeted at researchers, educators, and policymakers, the book offers practical strategies for designing child-centric studies, adapting research tools for different age groups, and addressing cross-cultural and multilingual challenges. It aims to empower researchers to create respectful, inclusive research environments that honor the unique perspectives and experiences of children.

Children --- Ethics --- Research

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This book is a definitive, comprehensive understanding to social science research methodology. It covers both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The book covers the entire research process, beginning with the conception of the research problem to publication of findings. The text combines theory and practical application to familiarize the reader with the logic of research design, the logic and techniques of data analysis, and the fundamentals and implications of various data collection techniques. Organized in seven sections and easy to read chapters, the text emphasizes the importance of clearly defined research questions and well-constructed practical explanations and illustrations. A key contribution to the methodology literature, the book is an authoritative resource for policymakers, practitioners, graduate and advanced research students, and educators in all social science disciplines.

Sociology --- sociologie