The "story" of this profession, as Evangelista Ramírez frames it, can be broken down into these defining chapters: 1. The Colonial Roots (1521–1821)
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Analyzes early forms of "social aid" managed by the Spanish Crown and religious orders, such as hospitals and orphanages. The "story" of this profession, as Evangelista Ramírez
C. La Profesionalización del Trabajo Social en México (Siglo XX)
Eli Evangelista Ramírez is a prominent figure in Mexican Social Work, known for her rigorous academic approach and her role in the "Reconceptualization" movement of Social Work in Latin America. Her work moves beyond simple storytelling; she analyzes the profession through a historical-materialist lens, examining how Social Work has historically functioned within the structure of the state and the capitalist system. Long before the term "Social Work" existed, the
Long before the term "Social Work" existed, the Spanish era established the first formal systems of aid in Mexico. This period was dominated by through religious institutions, focusing on "hospitals" (which functioned more as shelters) and indigenous welfare. 2. Transition and Independence (1821–1920)
presents a story of professional evolution that moves far beyond simple charity. He argues that Social Work in Mexico was not a linear progression from religious aid but a , shaped by the shifting political and economic landscape of the nation. retos que siguen vigentes.
Analiza la crisis identitaria derivada de la inadecuación entre la formación académica y los mercados de trabajo, retos que siguen vigentes. Conclusión
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