Discuss the importance of understanding of the
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Essay Title: Discuss the importance of understanding of the different ethnic and religious identities of both clients and workers, in the provision of social services in Europe and the UK, including that of the Social Worker? Give examples. I will discuss the following topics to help indicate why it is not only important for the social worker to understand ethnic and religious identity, but a crucial factor if we are to evolve towards greater equality in society. Global Agenda How global issues highlight the importance of understanding different ethnic and religious identities both in Europe and the UK for. Social Stigmatisation & Cultural Conflict How understanding the cause and impact of social stigma helps ascertain as to why different ethnic or religious individuals are more at risk of being socially excluded, thus indicating the importance of understanding different ethnic and religious identities. Legislation 1. Statutory duties of the Social Services...

