Introduction to Social Work: An Advocacy-Based Profession (Social Work in the New Century)

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The award-winning Introduction to Social Work: An Advocacy-Based Profession takes students on an exploration of what social work is, what it was historically, and how to be an effective advocate as a social worker moving forward. Built on a unique advocacy practice and policy model comprised of four componentseconomic and social justice, a supportive environment, human needs and rights, and political accessthe book provides a crucial lens for viewing todays social issues. Best-selling authors Lisa E. Cox, Carolyn J. Tice, and Dennis D. Long emphasize advocacy throughout all sectors of social work, with a focus on environmental, international, and military social work. The Third Edition closely aligns with the latest Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)  references the 2018 Code of Ethics from the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)  and includes profound discussions of societal impacts on areas of public health, policy, juvenile justice, race, inequality, social movements, and self-care.