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Theory: Eco Systems, Resiliency and Social Pedagogy

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This is the first of two theory chapters that explore the processes of FGC and FGC Advocacy. This chapter differs to the next in that it applies Eco Systems Theory, Resiliency and Social Pedagogy to the core attributes of FGC and FGC Advocacy and not to the experiences of the participants themselves. Given that FGC is an intervention that seeks to involve a broad range of participants in a holistic and empowering manner, theories have been chosen that explore the individual and family experiences of the intervention, locating these in the broader social context that the intervention takes place.

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Fox, D. (2018). Theory: Eco Systems, Resiliency and Social Pedagogy. In: Family Group Conferencing with Children and Young People. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-71492-9_6

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