Introduction: Facing global crises

Carolyn Kagan*, Jacqueline Akhurst, Jaime Alfaro, Rebecca Lawthom, Michael Richards, Alba Zambrano

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Abstract

We introduce the idea of interconnected global crises affecting the lives of peoples, including economic, sociocultural, political and ecological crises as well as the crisis of violence. They are all situated at the intersection of public policy and lived experiences, whether this is in families, communities or workplaces and influence how social institutions operate in different places. They also, paradoxically, present opportunities for resistance and hope, and it is this complexity and potential that is addressed in the handbook. We consider lessons learnt from the COVID-19 pandemic about the pervading nature of social inequality but also the potential of solidarity movements ranging from local to international levels. We overview all the chapters, viewed through four different perspectives or lenses: a critical lens; a praxis lens; an ecological lens; and a reflective lens.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Routledge International Handbook of Community Psychology
Subtitle of host publicationFacing Global Crises with Hope
EditorsCarolyn kagan, Jacqueline Akhurst, Jaime Alfaro, Rebecca Lawthom, Michael Richards, Alba Zambrano
PublisherRoutledge Taylor & Francis Group
Pages1-13
Number of pages13
ISBN (Electronic)9781000511611
ISBN (Print)9780367344153
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Mar 2022

Keywords

  • community psychology

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