Affecting Change: Social Workers in the Political Arena (7th Edition)

Updated to reflect advances in a changing political arena of Obama s administration, this revision shows students how to develop political action skills and to take advantage of the opportunity of change. This practical, step-by-step guide focuses on advocacy as the central mission of social work practice. New material and 17 new personal scenarios involving social workers who have made a difference senators, representatives, and officials in the political arena serve to inspire students. Revised chapters show how social work skills can be most effective, whether by impacting the political arena as a social worker or running for office.