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HMNS 207 - Social Policy and Politics

(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite(s):  ,   , or   .
How does the government decide who gets what, if anything? This course examines social policies in the U.S., past and present, using a social justice frame work that asks: who bears the costs, who receives the benefits, does everyone affected by this policy have an equal voice, what are the rules, and ultimately, is this policy fair? Topics covered include theories of poverty, the redistribution of wealth, political philosophies, social security, public assistance, human rights and other timely social policy issues. Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to interpret and evaluate the impact of social policies at the local, state and federal level. Of particular emphasis for pre-social work students will be a foundation for playing an active role in macro level social work as advocates, educators and initiators of social change. Offered in the spring semester.


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