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INTRODUCTION: This article reviews the life contribution of Mike O'Brien to the fields of social work education, research, and practice over his 55 years in the field. APPROACH: Using interviews, publications, and letters of support written for Mike's Queen's Service Medal awarded in 2018, a chronological and thematic consideration is provided which demonstrates Mike's significant contribution in linking teaching, theory, practice, policy, research, and advocacy in making a difference for the children and families of Aotearoa New Zealand. CONCLUSION: The overriding theme of Mike's career emerges as a determination to highlight the social work and social policy responsibility to address issues of child poverty at both micro and macro levels. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
