SOCW 652 - Influencing Social Policy

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George Mason University

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Description:

Credits: 3 Introduces students to the knowledge, skills, and values needed to influence policy outcomes. Explores the role of social workers in electoral politics and policy advocacy. Students gain skills in legislative research, coalition building, testifying, constituent organizing, and lobbying, while developing strategies for promoting social justice through policy change. Prerequisites SOCW 651. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0 SOCW 657 - Direct Social Work Practice I [Add to Portfolio] [Print Course]

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmu.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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