Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ633490
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2001
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Revamping Family Preservation Services for Native Families.
Coleman, Heather; Unrau, Yvonne A.; Manyfingers, Brenda
Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work, v10 n1 p49-68 2001
Examines the philosophy and program structures of family preservation services (FPS) in the context of providing services to Native American families with child welfare issues. Explores Native cultural concepts of family, child rearing, time, and spirituality. Outlines cross-cultural training needs for FPS workers related to cultural awareness, culturally relevant teaching skills, and intercultural communication. (Contains 53 references.) (SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indians, Child Rearing, Child Welfare, Counselor Client Relationship, Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Relevance, Extended Family, Family Programs, Intercultural Communication, Intervention, Professional Training, Social Workers, Spirituality, Time Perspective
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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