Models of parental advocacy in child and family social work

Shane Powell; Clive Diaz; Tim Fisher; Kar Man Au; Jourdelle Bennett

doi:10.51952/9781447373407.ch008

Models of parental advocacy in child and family social work

Shane Powell
, Clive Diaz
, Tim Fisher
, Kar Man Au
, Jourdelle Bennett

Department of Social & Policy Sciences

Cardiff University
Relational Activism
Family Group Conference (FGC)
Challenging Stereotypes

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Chapter 8 explores the importance of models of parental advocacy in child and family social work. It begins with definitions of parental advocacy and its significance in social work practice. The theoretical frameworks that underpin parental advocacy in child and family social work are also discussed. The chapter then presents empirical evidence on the impact of parental advocacy, drawing on findings from a study of peer parental advocacy in an English local authority based on over 25 interviews and focus groups. Ethical considerations and challenges in supporting parental advocacy in social work are also discussed. Finally, the chapter explores future directions for research and practical guidance for practice on parental advocacy, providing insight into how practitioners can continue to promote parental advocacy and support families in achieving positive outcomes. Overall, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the critical role that parental advocacy plays in child and family social work.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Participatory Approaches in Child and Family Social Work
Subtitle of host publication	Creating Meaningful Relationships and Empowering Families
Editors	Clive Diaz, Sammi Fitz-Symonds, Tim Fisher
Place of Publication	Bristol, U. K.
Publisher	Policy Press
Chapter	8
Pages	139-166
Number of pages	28
Edition	1st
ISBN (Electronic)	9781447373407
ISBN (Print)	9781447373377
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.51952/9781447373407.ch008
Publication status	Published - 13 Jan 2026

ASJC Scopus subject areas

General Social Sciences

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Powell, S., Diaz, C., Fisher, T., Au, K. M., & Bennett, J. (2026). Models of parental advocacy in child and family social work. In C. Diaz, S. Fitz-Symonds, & T. Fisher (Eds.), Participatory Approaches in Child and Family Social Work: Creating Meaningful Relationships and Empowering Families (1st ed., pp. 139-166). Policy Press. https://doi.org/10.51952/9781447373407.ch008

Models of parental advocacy in child and family social work. / Powell, Shane; Diaz, Clive; Fisher, Tim et al.
Participatory Approaches in Child and Family Social Work: Creating Meaningful Relationships and Empowering Families. ed. / Clive Diaz; Sammi Fitz-Symonds; Tim Fisher. 1st. ed. Bristol, U. K.: Policy Press, 2026. p. 139-166.

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Powell, S, Diaz, C, Fisher, T, Au, KM & Bennett, J 2026, Models of parental advocacy in child and family social work. in C Diaz, S Fitz-Symonds & T Fisher (eds), Participatory Approaches in Child and Family Social Work: Creating Meaningful Relationships and Empowering Families. 1st edn, Policy Press, Bristol, U. K., pp. 139-166. https://doi.org/10.51952/9781447373407.ch008

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