Networks of support: factors contributing to successful inter-agency work with young people

This study examines how agencies might work together more effectively to improve the life chances of young people who fall `through the net' of agency provision. Whatever the situation, the failure to co-operate challenges a democratic society and basic human rights. The problem occurs when ind...

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Autor principal: Roaf, C (Autor)
Tipo de documento: Electrónico Libro
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Publicado: 1999
En:Año: 1999
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