Question

How do you think most people define the practice of social work?

Answer 1

They maintain professional relationships with service users, acting as guides, advocates or critical friends.

Answer 2

Google Social Worker sites geared to particular area of interest.

Answer 3

Common things that come to mind are "helping the public good", "fostering equality", "supporting local culture", "giving help to individuals, families and social groups"

Answer 4

Depends on the context. In western societies social work can refer to a form of employment undertaken by a "social worker" whose work in local communities is funded by government subsidy programs.

At a broader level, social work includes the care of other people, and involves relationships with other people, usually with the aim or intention of alleviating any problems they may be experiencing. Social work is about involvement