This book deals with values ​​about moral issues and ethical practices within social welfare in Ireland. It explains the importance of values, particularly with regard to supporting improvements in care services in Ireland. It provides classroom questions for consideration and discussion, as well as exercises and case studies. Includes material for critical thinking in understanding values.

It is written for students who take courses in applied social welfare, social sciences, social policy, social studies and philosophy where ethics or social issues are part of the course. It is also suitable for those working in social welfare across a range of government agencies and volunteer organizations..