The Journal of Human Rights and Social Work focuses on the intersection of social work practice, human rights, and social justice. It examines how social workers engage with issues of inequality, marginalization, and the protection of rights across diverse populations and contexts. The journal explores challenges and strategies in implementing rights-based approaches in social work, including the impact of political ideologies, legal frameworks, and systemic barriers on professional practice and service delivery.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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LawQ1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Work
Scopus Categories
LawSociology and Political Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Social Work Education and PracticeMigration, Health and TraumaHomelessness and Social IssuesPoverty, Education, and Child WelfareMigration, Refugees, and IntegrationHuman Rights and DevelopmentCriminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisEmployment and Welfare StudiesSex work and related issuesSocial Policy and Reform Studies