Qualitative Social Research: Critical Methods for Social Change

This text provides an easy-to-read introduction to qualitative research methods in social work, taking into account contemporary contexts and social conditions. Drawing from a range of social work perspectives, it allows the reader to make the connection between social work values, theory and specific research methods and approaches.

Priscilla Dunk-West is associate professor of social work at Deakin University. She has taught social work in Australia and England for many years, and her research interests include intimate relationships, families, sexuality, and parenting.

Kate Saxton is chair of Pacific Communities of Practice and works as a senior lecturer in Social Work at The University of Southern Queensland. Kate’s research interests include critical social work, intersectional feminism and de-colonisation within education, research, and practice.