SWR-300 v2

Cullen, M., & Cullen, M. (2023). Social work & social welfare: Modern practice in a diverse world.
Read Chapter: Social Work Values & Ethics
The reading for this lesson begins again with an overview of the general topic. As a value-based profession, understanding the core values of social work and the ways they are translated into ethical standards is essential.

Weinberg, M. (2016). Critical approaches to ethics in social work: Kaleidoscope not bleach. Social Alternatives, 35(4), 85–89.
As we have with previous topics, we will also take a critical perspective on social work ethics. Be aware that this piece uses quite a bit of what might be considered academic jargon. Looking up words that you do not know will help you follow the argument. At only five pages, this process should not take too long.

Bent-Goodley, T. B. (2017). Living our core values. Social Work, 62(4), 293–295.
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=ccm&AN=125318396&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
This editorial speaks to the importance of adhering to our social work values as an antidote to negative societal discourse. It offers suggestions for thinking often and critically about the role of values and ethics in our practice.

National Association of Social Workers. (2021). NASW code of ethics.
https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English
While the chapter from the textbook provided an overview of the profession’s values and ethics, it is not a substitute for reading the Code of Ethics itself. Read all parts of this document and think critically about how the information in each section contributes to your future social work practice.