MSW-6106 v1

Tice, C., Long, D., & Cox, L. (2020). Macro social work practice. SAGE Publications, Inc., https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsk.sagepub.com%2Fbooks%2Fembed%2Fmacro-social-work-practice

Read chapters 8 and 13.
The resource focuses on strategies for effecting change at community and policy levels. The chapters provide insights into advocacy, organizational management, and community collaboration, all critical components of macro-level practice. Understanding these concepts equips students with the skills to lead initiatives that promote social justice and systemic change, essential for leaders who aim to make a broad impact in the social work field.

Tice, C. J., Long, D. D., & Cox, L. E. (2019). Macro social work practice: Advocacy in action. Sage Publications. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsk.sagepub.com%2Fbooks%2Fembed%2Fmacro-social-work-practice%2Fi1408.xml

Read chapter 9.
Chapter 9 focuses on macro-level social work advocacy, offering a comprehensive guide on how social workers can engage in large-scale policy change. This resource is valuable for students as it provides actionable strategies for advocacy in the legislative process, emphasizing the importance of social justice and community-based interventions.

NASW Massachusetts. (2020). The Legislative Process. https://www.naswma.org/page/legislative_process

This online resource outlines the steps of the legislative process and how social workers can engage in each phase. It is particularly useful for students learning how to influence policy by providing a clear, step-by-step guide on advocacy within the legislative framework and insights on building relationships with policymakers.

NASW. (2020, August 11). Public policy for social workers- Navigating the legislative process [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/PcjEBmiEvnk?si=23qrBMpk8_sjhKLn

This video offers a practical guide to navigating the legislative process, specifically for social workers. It is a valuable resource for students because it breaks down the complexities of public policy and provides real-world insights into how social workers can advocate for policy change.