Social Work Masters Exam Prep

Category - Professionalism

One of the principles professionals adhere to in the promotion of social justice is the advocacy for basic human needs. Social workers pursue change on behalf of individuals to expand opportunity and choice. What group of people should be considered top priority?
  1. Children under the age of 6
  2. Poor and vulnerable individuals
  3. Women
  4. Non-majority ethnic groups
Explanation
Answer: B - Poor and vulnerable people within society are characterized by extreme divisions between them and the rich. Professionals strive to promote economic, social, political and cultural values compatible with social justice. Change is advocated on behalf of the vulnerable and oppressed to address poverty, discrimination and unemployment.
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