https://doi.org/10.25058/20112742.n58.04
Diego Troncoso
Universidad Alberto Hurtado, Chile
Abstract
This article explores points of convergence between anarchism and the production of disciplinary knowledge in social work, drawing from an assumption that identifies the ideological as a constitutive element of a discipline/profession that has historically been geared towards social change. This reflection acknowledges social work is shaped through dialogue with varied sociocultural, political, and historical contexts with specific ethical, political, and epistemological ramifications. Building upon these considerations, this exploratory review of social science productions integrates anarchist perspectives with varying emphases and aims. This review sets the ground to argue that the intersection between anarchic ideas and social sciences may lead to anarchism informing epistemology, as an emerging trend in social work disciplinary discourse which has the potential to enrich its theoretical, methodological, and political dimensions.
Keywords: social work, anarchism, ideology, politics, social sciences.
