Breakout Session – Social Work Advocacy and Ethics: Making a Difference for our Profession and our Clients
1.5 Social Work Credits
Social Work Advocacy and Ethics: Making a Difference for our Profession and our Clients
Presenters:
Johanna Byrd
This presentation will explore the dynamics associated with social work and the policy arena. To be most effective, social workers must fully utilize the political and policy areas of practice to create an environment where social workers can flourish and have the resources to fully assist clients and families. However, this practice area is often neglected by practitioners who view it as outside their domain. This workshop will discuss ethical obligations and challenges, detail current research and trends, explore the real-world consequences of how social work practice suffers when we choose not to get involved, and how we could exponentially expand our influence if we were to embrace our role and demand a seat at the table.