SOWK 630: ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS: ETHICS & CULTURAL COMPETENCE IN SOCIAL WORK

SOWK 630: ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS: ETHICS & CULTURAL COMPETENCE IN SOCIAL WORK

Write a 2–3 page paper (double-spaced, APA 7th edition format) that does the following:

✍️ Part 1: Compare & Contrast the Codes of Ethics

Review and analyze the Codes of Ethics from the following organizations:

NASW – National Association of Social Workers

NABSW – National Association of Black Social Workers

IFSW – International Federation of Social Workers

In your comparison:

Identify key similarities and differences in ethical values, principles, and focus areas.

Discuss how each organization addresses culturally competent or culturally responsive practice.

Reflect on how historical and cultural contexts may influence the emphasis in each code.

✍️ Part 2: Field Placement Reflection

Describe how you have applied ethical principles from any of these codes in your current practicum placement.

Provide specific examples (while maintaining client confidentiality) that illustrate your commitment to:

Ethical decision-making

Cultural awareness

Advocacy or anti-oppressive practice

✅ Paper Requirements:

Length: 2–3 pages (excluding title and reference pages)

Format: APA 7th edition

Include a title page and a reference page

Cite the Codes of Ethics and at least two additional scholarly sources