Beyond Poverty’s Reach: Transforming Children’s Lives Through Collective Impact - Alison Prowle

This book offers a compelling, relational account of how poverty reshapes everyday family life, and what practitioners, services and policy makers can do differently.

Grounded in social pedagogy, trauma-aware practice and whole family approaches, the book places dignity, partnership and lived experience at the centre of support. Thought-provoking chapters:

Combining research, policy analysis and practice insight, this accessible, solutions-focused book challenges readers to rethink assumptions about poverty, parenting, resilience and responsibility. It is essential reading for students, practitioners and leaders across education, health and social care who are committed to tackling child poverty with compassion, collaboration and impact.