Social work

Social work is a profession carried out by social workers in many different countries. Accordingly the nature of social work can vary widely, but its broad aim is to assess and meet people's social needs by providing services which enable them to live in safety and with independence and dignity.

External links

Professional associations / Regulatory bodies:

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• British Association of Social Workers
• Canadian Association of Social Workers
• International Federation of Social Workers
• National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
• Ontario Association of Social Workers
• General Social Care Council, UK regulator for social workers (England)
• Scottish Social Services Council, UK regulator for social workers (Scotland)
• Northern Ireland Social Care Council, UK regulator for social workers (Northern Ireland)
• Care Council for Wales/Cyngor Gofal Cymru, UK regulator for social workers (Wales)
• Australian Association of Social Workers (Australia)

Other related links

• Definition of Social Work Adopted July 2000 by the International Federation of Social Workers. German translation also available at: Austrian National Federation of Social Workers
• Social work careers (UK)