March is the federally-declared Social Work Month in the United States. This year, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) will take an active role in leading the 2023 celebration. The theme is “Social Work Breaks Barriers”. This theme highlights the highly innovative techniques utilized by social workers to aid in the empowerment of those that they work with to win over challenges. In turn, this victory helps those individuals to live to their highest level of potential.
What is Social Work Month All About?
Social Work Month which is celebrated in March of each year is a time when the general public and those who make laws and policies are informed of the services of social workers. It is a time when the work of the social worker in various sectors – such as schools, hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and more – is highlighted to display the motivation and dedication that they have to assist others and make the world a better place.
Social Work – The Basics
Today, there are over 700,000 people serving as professional social workers. In the next 5-7 years, this number is expected to increase to more than 800,000 social workers. This profession started more than 100 years ago. Those highlighted as the original social workers include Ellen Gates Star and Jane Addams – who opened Chicago’s Hull House in 1889. Today, it is considered to be one of the fastest-growing of all professions in the country.
What is Social Work?
Those who work in social work share the following principles:
- To seek complete social justice and equality for all
- To break down barriers that keep people from thriving
- To aid in helping individuals through personal crises
- To help people achieve their fullest potential
- To advocate on various systems to make certain laws and policies are adopted and adhered to so that everyone who needs them are able to access those systems
To Celebrate
There are many ways that you may take part in the celebration of Social Work Month. Each and every single day, these workers help in eliminating barriers in immensely creative ways. This – in turn – helps millions of people within the United States to live the best life that they are able to live. These professionals also aid in politics and within various communities in order to improve the living conditions of individuals. To celebrate, educate yourself about this amazing profession.
You should learn about all of the ways that social workers touch your life and the lives of the ones you love. You should learn about strategies to aid in supporting these professionals. If you know a social worker or you find yourself interacting with one, be certain to thank them for their work and the positive contributions that they make to our world. This is a time to learn, explore, and appreciate social work and the amazing people who work within the profession!
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