Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services
Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal published quarterly by the Alliance for Children and Families. It is the oldest and one of the most respected social work journals in North America.
Editorial Content & Ancillary Products
Families in Society and its companion website, Families in Society Online, focus on the art, science, and practice of social work, reflecting the broad array of issues, conditions, and problems that apply to individuals, families, communities, and society.
Interdisciplinary editorial content is valuable and applicable to both academics and practicing professionals.
Families in Society complements journal content with several auxiliary products and services:
- Practice & Policy Focus newsletter
- Special subject-specific supplements
- E-Alert messages
- Online continuing education program
- Webinar and teleconferences
- Updates via Twitter and Facebook
Distribution & Subscription Information
Alliance members receive one subscription to Families in Society, as well as complete online access to more than 30 years of content, including more than 3,500 articles, essays, editorials, and book reviews. These are complimentary benefits of Alliance membership.
Paid subscriptions to Families in Society are available for professionals, students, institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Contact Families in Society staff with questions or for more information.
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Free Online Access
While some articles in the Families in Society online archive are free to the public, only Alliance members receive full complimentary access to more than 30 years of content.
For more information, contact Families in Society staff.



