Social work is not like other helping professions—advocacy is not just an additional responsibility—it is fundamental to our profession. The profession’s commitment to a person-in-the-environment approach, where our “clients” are not just individuals but also groups, communities, and entire systems in need of transformation elevates our responsibility.

This guide provides advocacy resources, strategies, and tools—from caring for yourself and exploring your identity as an advocate to engaging in local community organizing and advancing legislative advocacy.

Social Work Values as A Foundation for Action Guide