Editorial: Preparing for Social Work Practice.

The article shares insight on preparing for social work practice. It recognizes the role of social workers in countering violence triggered by racism and remembers the legacy of community leader and former social worker Rhaune Laslett, particularly her leadership of the Voluntary Neighbourhood Service Unit. It points out the importance in social work education to develop an understanding of the exercise of power, as well as the need for professional development through research and training.