Principles of critical social work practice and theory
(June Allan, 2003)

• a commitment to the transformation of processes and structures that perpetuate domination and exploitation
• a commitment to working alongside oppressed and marginalized populations
• an orientation towards emancipatory personal and social change, social justice and social equality
• a dialogical relationship between social workers and the people with, or on behalf of whom, the work

from Allan, J., Pease, B. & Briskman, L. (2003). Critical social work: An introduction to theories and practices. Crows Nest NSW, Australia: Allen & Unwin.