GENDER ASPECTS OF SOCIAL WORK (review of the monograph of Alla Yaroshenko, Tetyana Semigina «Gender competence in social work»)

The monograph by A. Yaroshenko and T. Semygina is a relevant scientific study, as it focuses on a complex social phenomenon of modern Ukraine that needs the attention of social workers. In general, the text of the monograph shows that the authors have been researching the issue of gender in social work for quite a long time. Thus, the meaningful filling of sections of scientific novelty really has a fundamental theoretical and practical significance, both for the science of social work and for areas of scientific thought related to it in terms of the object of scientific attention. The monograph consists of an introduction and eight chapters, a list of used sources. Each of the sections is a logically formulated element of the theoretical, organizational-methodical and practical levels of scientific reflection and is a continuation of the next one. The monograph has a clear structure, is distinguished by the integrity and logic of the presentation of scientific material.The monograph is quite in demand for social work. We consider it expedient to note the value of the monograph. Summarizing what has been said, it should be noted that the monograph of A. Yaroshenko and T. Semygina is a structurally complete study, characterized by the unity of content and, undoubtedly, has scientific theoretical and practical value.The monograph is intended for those interested in gender issues and overcoming gender inequality. It can also be used for the training of students of higher education institutions who study in the specialty «Social Work»