The Social Work Profession in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Opportunities, Challenges and Issues for the Next Generation

This book is for anyone interested in social justice, community involvement and rebuilding the social fabric of the Congolese people. Through a rigorous analysis, nourished by concrete examples and in-depth knowledge of the field, this book explores the foundations, obstacles and prospects of a profession that is still too often misunderstood, but vital for national cohesion. It calls for greater recognition of social workers, and for a structural form to place this profession at the heart of public policy. This essay is also a call to action: aimed at young people, political decision-makers, trainers and social players, it outlines the path for a committed, innovative and resolutely forward-looking next generation of social workers. It proposes concrete solutions to restore social work to its rightful place in a country in search of peace, justice and sustainable development.