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Assignment:
Review this Learning Resources focusing on the history of social work and the mission of social work.
Recall the Mission of Social Work:
Mission of Social Work, as defined by the NASW Code of Ethics (2021):
"The primary mission of the social work profession is to enhance human well-being and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. A historic and defining feature of social work is the profession's focus on individual well-being in a social context and the well-being of society. Fundamental to social work is attention to the environmental forces that create, contribute to, and address problems in living."
Reflect on your inspiration, goals, and the social work role you see for yourself.
Post a response to the following:
- Explain how 1 or more aspects of the history of social work relate to the social work population with whom you want to work.
- Explain how the mission of social work aligns with your goals for your social work career.
Support your post with examples from the course text to demonstrate that you have completed the required readings, understand the material, and are able to apply the concepts.