Review

THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY

Volume: 7 Number: 2 December 31, 2024
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THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY

Abstract

This article examines the emergence of settlement houses in late 19th-century America and their impact on modern social work and community solidarity. With rapid industrialization, urbanization, and mass immigration, American cities faced challenges such as poverty, unemployment, and social inequality. Settlement houses, notably Hull House founded by Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr in 1889, addressed these issues by fostering social justice, providing education, and enhancing cultural integration. Settlement houses not only supported impoverished immigrant communities but also played a pivotal role in advancing workers’ rights, reducing child labor, and empowering women. Their community-centered approach redefined social work as a profession focused on both individual and societal well-being. By integrating diverse ethnic and cultural groups, these houses promoted tolerance and multiculturalism, leaving a profound impact on American social and cultural fabric. The article highlights how settlement houses pioneered social work practices and established professional standards through vocational training and ethical frameworks. These principles laid the groundwork for modern social work policies and nonprofit organizations. Their legacy persists in contemporary community centers, which continue to provide educational, cultural, and social services while fostering solidarity among diverse populations. Finally, the study underscores the relevance of settlement houses today, suggesting their practices as a model for addressing contemporary social challenges. By exploring their historical contributions and lasting influence, the article sheds light on the enduring principles of community-oriented service and social justice in shaping a more equitable society.

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References

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Counselling, Wellbeing and Community Services

Journal Section

Review

Publication Date

December 31, 2024

Submission Date

November 16, 2024

Acceptance Date

December 11, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 7 Number: 2

APA
Kalaycı, E., & Dölek, E. A. (2024). THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY. Turkish Journal of Applied Social Work, 7(2), 125-134. https://doi.org/10.54467/trjasw.1586495
AMA
1.Kalaycı E, Dölek EA. THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY. TRJASW. 2024;7(2):125-134. doi:10.54467/trjasw.1586495
Chicago
Kalaycı, Erdinç, and Ethem Ali Dölek. 2024. “THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY”. Turkish Journal of Applied Social Work 7 (2): 125-34. https://doi.org/10.54467/trjasw.1586495.
EndNote
Kalaycı E, Dölek EA (December 1, 2024) THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY. Turkish Journal of Applied Social Work 7 2 125–134.
IEEE
[1]E. Kalaycı and E. A. Dölek, “THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY”, TRJASW, vol. 7, no. 2, pp. 125–134, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.54467/trjasw.1586495.
ISNAD
Kalaycı, Erdinç - Dölek, Ethem Ali. “THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY”. Turkish Journal of Applied Social Work 7/2 (December 1, 2024): 125-134. https://doi.org/10.54467/trjasw.1586495.
JAMA
1.Kalaycı E, Dölek EA. THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY. TRJASW. 2024;7:125–134.
MLA
Kalaycı, Erdinç, and Ethem Ali Dölek. “THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY”. Turkish Journal of Applied Social Work, vol. 7, no. 2, Dec. 2024, pp. 125-34, doi:10.54467/trjasw.1586495.
Vancouver
1.Erdinç Kalaycı, Ethem Ali Dölek. THE BIRTH OF SOCIAL WORK: REFLECTIONS OF SETTLEMENT HOUSES ON TODAY’S CULTURE OF COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY. TRJASW. 2024 Dec. 1;7(2):125-34. doi:10.54467/trjasw.1586495

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