Social work practice consists of the professional application of social work values, principles, and techniques to one or more of the following ends: helping people obtain tangible services; counseling and psychotherapy with individuals, families, and groups; helping communities or groups provide or improve social and health services; and participating in legislative processes. The practice of social work requires knowledge of human development and behavior; of social and economic, and cultural institutions; and of the interaction of all these factors.
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Legal IssuesThe Legal Defense Fund provides financial legal assistance and support for legal cases and issues of concern to NASW members and the social work profession. The LDF also supports educational projects and programs to improve the legal status and knowledge of the social work profession
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