Publisher's Synopsis
The book presents, in one comprehensive and unabridged collection, the policy statements adopted by the NASW Delegate Assembly in August 2002. The Delegate Assembly, NASW's key policy-making body, meets every three years. The book is the result of their systematic approach to policy development and guides NASW's advocacy efforts in social policy. This is an unrivalled reference tool that represents the collective thinking of thousands of experienced social work practitioners from all fields of practice. For social work policymakers, educators, students, and individuals, this user-friendly volume can assist in developing organisational responses to policy issues, conducting policy analysis and study, and working in political action coalitions. Arranged for easy reference, the book is organised alphabetically and by topic area. Readers will find policy statements covering the full range of contemporary social issues, from Adolescent Health to Youth Suicide.
