Identify at least three factors influencing the development of social policy. Explain each factor and provide examples.

Introduction to Social Welfare Policy

Discussion questions

1. Identify at least three factors influencing the development of social policy. Explain each factor and provide examples.

2. Social policy is value-driven. Identify two values undergirding government policy in the past and compare and contrast these to values expressed in the current NASW Code of Ethics. Share your two personal values and how they align or conflict with those of the profession. Do you see these values interfering with the performance of your work as a social worker? Why or why not?