This volume presents a constellation of perspectives from scholars, researchers and practitioners grounded in macro theories, practice and education. Drawing upon the knowledge and experiences of social workers and other community-based professionals, this book provides a rich cross-section of models and strategies for those engaged in social change in the community, agency, and school or university. The chapters include data-based practice principles and guidelines for action as well as advice on learning how to build and support community initiatives and organisations as well as increasing understanding of community planning and human service organisations. This book is designed to be of interest to those teaching and practicing in community service, community change and planning settings as well as administrators of social service and community agencies, classroom teachers, field instructors and students in organizing, planning, policy and administration.