Introduction to Social Work
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These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts introduced in the Introduction to Social Work lecture notes, focusing on terms related to social work practices, theories, and principles.
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Social Work
A practice-based profession and academic discipline that promotes social change, development, social cohesion, and empowerment of individuals.
Welfare State
A system where the state protects the health and well-being of its citizens, particularly those in financial need.
Social Safety Net
Programs and services provided by the state to catch individuals in need and help them achieve stability.
Direct Social Work
Face-to-face services such as counseling and community development.
Indirect Social Work
Work with organizations to formulate and evaluate policies and programs.
Culturally Safe Spaces
Environments where individuals feel respected and valued as cultural beings.
Decolonization
The process of recognizing and rectifying the impacts of colonialism.
Anti-Oppressive Practice
Social work practice that seeks to critique and challenge systemic oppressions.
Personhood
Recognition and respect for an individual's identity and development.
Social Policies
Rules and regulations that set the framework for social welfare activities.
Social Programs
Specific initiatives implemented to address welfare policies.
Public Welfare
Welfare services provided by government entities.
Private Welfare
Welfare services funded by charitable contributions and private organizations.
Universal Programs
Programs available to everyone in a specific category as a right of citizenship.
Selective Programs
Programs targeting those found to be in need based on eligibility requirements.
Ethical Responsibilities in Social Work
Obligations to act ethically, navigating dilemmas that may arise from value conflicts.
CASW Code of Ethics
A set of guidelines outlining the ethical standards and values for social workers.
Human Rights
The basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person.
Social Justice
The pursuit of a society that ensures equitable distribution of resources and opportunities.
Collective Responsibility
The idea that all members of a society share responsibilities towards one another.
Indigenous Social Work
Social work practice that integrates Indigenous knowledge and approaches.