How is philosophy relevant in social services?

From studying philosophy to working in child protection, this week's social life blogger explains how philosophical values help in social work. read more

Social Services (capitalized for convenience) would be, in a vacuum, strictly a humanitarian function. It's companion and mentor, Social Science, is a study of human conditions, involving aspects of personal, family and community behavior. The introduction of Policy and Politics create compromise in the ethical study. read more

The ethics of Immanuel Kant's categorical imperative can be applied in social work. Photograph: Bettmann/CORBIS In 2010 I began my Masters degree in social work at the University of Sheffield with firm values, objectives and a philosophical outlook. read more