Social Work Month Proclamation
WHEREAS social workers have the right education and experience to guide individuals, families, and communities through complex issues and choices;
WHEREAS social workers connect individuals, families, and communities to available resources;
WHEREAS social workers are dedicated to improving the society in which we live;
WHEREAS social workers are positive and compassionate professionals;
WHEREAS social workers stand up for others to make sure everyone has access to the same basic rights, protections, and opportunities;
WHEREAS social workers help people help themselves, whenever and wherever they need it most;
WHEREAS social workers have been the driving force behind important social movements in the United States and abroad;
NOW, THEREFORE, in recognition of professional social workers and their commitment and dedication to individuals, families, and communities everywhere though service delivery, research, education, and legislative advocacy.
I, _____________________, proclaim the month of March 2008 as Professional Social Work Month and call upon all citizens to join with the National Association of Social Workers and ___[your organization]___ in celebration and support of social workers and the social work profession.
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