Affordable Housing: An International Perspective
Affordable Housing: An International Perspective
- Bonnie Young LaingBonnie Young LaingCalifornia University of Pennsylvania
Summary
This entry explores key definitions, causes, and characteristics of slums in the global arena, along with the types of social work practice and general community development approaches being used to catalyze action to decrease the prevalence of slums. Core strategies include using planning efforts that prioritize input from people who live in slums, creating affordable housing, and otherwise transitioning urban slums into vibrant communities. Concluding thoughts and further considerations for social work practice are offered.
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Subjects
- International and Global Issues
- Macro Practice
- Social Justice and Human Rights
Updated in this version
Content and references updated for the Encyclopedia of Macro Social Work.
