Putting the social (policy) back into your social work practice
Learning Objectives
After considering this resource, you should understand how social policy can impact social work practice.
In this resource, Clive Sealey, author of Social Policy Simplified, examines the function of social policy and explores the wider social context of policy and practice, and how it links to everyday experiences of both practitioners and non-practitioners.
Reflective Questions
- Can you think of times when you’ve encountered different welfare needs while out on placement?
- How have you prioritised these different needs? What criteria did you use?
- How might this influence your practice?