This comprehensive textbook engages in the essential discussion of what professional leadership means in the context of contemporary social work and why this is considered to be important for the future of the profession.

Introduction
Chapter 1: Professionalism and the need for professional leadership in social work
Chapter 2: Leadership and followership: definitions, theories and models
Chapter 3: Leadership in the context of social work: possibilities and limits
Chapter 4: Putting leadership into practice: roles, knowledge, skills, qualities and attributes
Chapter 5: Developing leadership practice: next steps