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.

Policy and advocacy

• Helping the poor organize for better conditions - both economically (food banks, buying clubs) and politically - voting blocks during election campaigns, running candidates, organizing demonstrations
• Providing assistance to work through government red tape, including other social work agencies
• Tenants' rights
• Refugee assistance (refugee camps, relocation, political asylum help)
• Program evaluation to determine if various programs are providing services as they should, or how a program may be improved.
• Advocacy, community support, and counseling for adults and children with mental illness