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An exploration of the ideological and philosophical issues underlying current social welfare policy in the United States. Students utilize analysis of major social welfare policy areas to inform their understanding of current issues, developing social forces, and macro-level social change activities.
Open to senior in the BSW program only.
Prerequisites: SOWK-205W, SOWK-340; Minimum grade C
Social welfare policy — which guides the government programs that assist people in need — builds on the idea that a government has a responsibility to protect its citizens from harm. According to the principle, a society can thrive only when it provides safeguards for those who face risks to their well-being.
Social welfare policy guides programs that offer public services as well as financial and other assistance to meet specific needs. These programs frequently target sectors of society most in need. Examples of populations that social welfare programs exist to serve include people who are:
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