Power in Social Work Practice

For this Discussion, you will identify power resources (including person-to-person, substantive, process, and procedural) that you can use to influence decision makers and secure the adoption of a policy proposal.

Post a brief description of why it is important for social workers to be familiar with power dynamics when working with decision makers. In your description, address the following:

Assignment:

Post a brief description of why it is important for social workers to be familiar with power dynamics when working with decision makers. In your description, address the following:

Identify the power resource you selected for use in your practice and advocacy.

Explain the resource you selected.

How does this power resource work to influence decision makers?

Why is this power resource more appropriate for your approach to practice and advocacy than others?

Describe the ethical issues or concerns in using the type of power resource you selected.