Q2
5 Marks

Part A (Q2): Enlist various professional associations of social work.

Expert Answer

Professional associations play a crucial role in regulating the social work profession, advocating for policy changes, and providing continuing education. Some of the most prominent professional associations include:

International Level

  1. IFSW (International Federation of Social Workers): A global organization striving for social justice, human rights, and social development through the promotion of social work, best practices, and international cooperation.
  2. IASSW (International Association of Schools of Social Work): An international community of schools and educators promoting quality education and training in social work.

National Level (India)

  1. NAPSWI (National Association of Professional Social Workers in India): The largest network of professional social workers in India, working to advance the social work profession, protect the interests of social workers, and promote social justice.
  2. ISPSW (Indian Society of Professional Social Work): Primarily focuses on medical and psychiatric social work, aiming to meet the challenges of present-day society in the healthcare sector.

National Level (USA/Other)

  1. NASW (National Association of Social Workers): The largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, based in the USA, responsible for setting the Code of Ethics.
  2. CSWE (Council on Social Work Education): The national association representing social work education in the United States.