An introduction to the study of social welfare policy including its purpose and how policy is formulated and implemented, and its impact at the local, state, federal, and global levels. The course will examine the link between welfare policy and social work practice with individuals, groups, families, and communities. The course will review relationships between social policies, human rights, and issues of social and economic justice. The course will also provide students with an opportunity for mock policy development, critical analysis, and a class trip to meet with policy makers. Finally, this course will promote the development of the leadership skills needed to be proactive in the design and implementation of policies within various systems.
SW 551: SW Policies and Practice in Social Work
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