64: The voice of the child in social work practice

NSPCC Learning Podcast by Audioboom

Jul 29, 202428:37Government & Organizations

It is important for social workers to consider the voice of the child — their experiences, their worries and their wants — when undertaking their work, particularly when conducting assessments. This improves professional...

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