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Abstract

In this chapter Harrison and Burke look at shifting anti-racist discourses from antiracism, to anti-oppressive practice and on to notions of ‘cultural competencies’. They trace this shifting debate through a range of perspectives, including the work of black feminists, the assertion of black perspectives, a focus on human rights and engagement with the service-user movements. The chapter includes discussion of the challenges facing social work educators (academics), who have tried to include this discourse in education and training in a way that makes it meaningful for professional practice.