social workers

A simple introduction to the work social workers do, the skills they need, the people who help them, and their importance to the communities they serve.

Relates the story of Myriam Mendilow, who started a number of programs designed to help the elderly citizens of Jerusalem.

Traces the life of Jane Addams, pioneering social worker, who revolutionized America's attitude toward the poor.

Describes the life of the woman whose devotion to social work led to her establishing Hull House in Chicago and who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.

Traces the lives of six women who have devoted their lives to helping those in need, including Princess Diana, Dolores Huerta, Helen Keller, Graca Simbine Machel, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Mother Teresa.

A biography of the wealthy woman who realized her ambition to live and work among the poor and founded Hull House, one of the first social settlement houses in the United States.

A biography of Dr. Alice Hamilton, social worker and doctor, whose work brought attention to the health risks associated with particular jobs.

Recounts the story of the woman with a social conscience who worked with the poor, founded Hull House in Chicago, and became one of the most famous crusaders in America.