Living on the Edge Innovative Research on Leavin g Care and Transitions to Adulthood

Keller, Samuel (Editor)/ Oterholm, Inger (Editor)/ Paulsen, Veronika (Editor)/ Van Breda, Adrian D. (Editor)

ISBN 10: 1447366298 / ISBN 13: 9781447366294

Published by Policy Pr, 2023

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256 pages. 9.21x6.14x0.59 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Living on the Edge Innovative Research on Leavin g Care and Transitions to Adulthood
• Publisher: Policy Pr
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1447366298
• ISBN 13: 9781447366294
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.42 kilograms

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Synopsis

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Young people transitioning out of care towards independence, work and adulthood are on the edge of these phases of life. Considering previously neglected groups of care leavers such as unaccompanied migrants, street youth, those leaving residential care, young parents and those with a disability, this book presents cutting-edge research from emerging global scholars.

The collection addresses the precarity experienced by many care leavers, who often lack the social capital and resources to transition into stable education, employment and family life. Including the voices of care leavers throughout, it makes research relevant to practitioners and policymakers aiming to enable, rather than label, vulnerable groups.

About the Author

Philip Mendes is Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work at Monash University, Australia.