Asked by Naser Al Khatri on Sep 30, 2024

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Per EPAS, social workers apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels.

EPAS

Credentialing process for social work education programs, ensuring they meet set quality standards.

Environmental Justice

The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies.

Human Rights

Basic rights and freedoms that all individuals are entitled to regardless of nationality, sex, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, language, or any other status.

  • Understand the significance of social justice and economic justice within social work practice.
  • Understand the effects of social policies and standards, including EPAS, on social work practice and education.
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Nichole Ashleyabout 10 hours ago
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Explanation :
The Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) emphasize that social workers should understand and apply principles of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at both individual and systemic levels.