Description
Social Work and Social Welfare: An Introduction (Empowerment) provides a thorough overview of the social work profession and its relationship to social welfare systems. This textbook covers foundational concepts including the history of social work, professional values and ethics, and various practice methods used to support vulnerable populations.
The empowerment approach emphasized throughout the text highlights how social workers can help clients develop agency, access resources, and advocate for their own needs. Readers will explore diverse practice settings, populations served, and interventions employed in contemporary social work. The book integrates real-world examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts and professional challenges.
Designed for introductory courses in social work programs, this resource serves as an essential foundation for understanding the profession’s mission to promote social justice, address inequality, and improve quality of life for individuals, families, and communities.
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