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Social Work History Month 2021: Social Workers are Essential

Michigan Girl's Café

As a profession, social workers frequently use their collective power to pass laws and establish policies that give more people access to community services and benefits, improving the quality of life for everyone. Social workers aim to improve the lives of children, the elderly, minority groups, disadvantaged populations.

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News Items – August 18, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Similar concerns are being raised by social workers, many of whom believe a prohibition on advising women about abortion services conflicts with their code of ethics that requires them to respect a client’s wishes, said Steven Pharris, head of Oklahoma’s chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Associated Press.

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You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?

Social Work Haven

Despite having similar educational backgrounds, their job responsibilities differ depending on the services they provide to their clients. Knowing the distinctions between these roles can aid in determining the ideal career path in human services. What are the 6 core tasks of case management?

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News Items – March 3, 2022

Social Workers Speak

These continued attempts to change the definition of child abuse are in direct opposition to social work values, principles, and our Code of Ethics and pose danger to transgender youth and their families.” As a child therapist , I recognize the damage an eating disorder can bring not only to an individual but to an entire family.