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Conversation Questions on Social Work

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What images spring to mind when you hear the phrase “social work’?

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Is social work a key part of your country’s society?

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Do you do any / Would you like to do any social work?

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Is social work the responsibility of the government or NGOs (non-government organizations)?

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What kind of people are social workers?

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What kinds of jobs can you get with a degree in social work?

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Why are jobs in the area of social work so poorly paid?

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Do you think people who get help from social workers are always grateful?

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Which countries do you think have excellent social work systems?

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Do you think there’ll always be a need for social work in your country?

1)

What is social work?

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What areas of social work does your government need to spend more money on?

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What dangers do you think there are in social work?

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What skills do you need to be a good social worker?

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Are social workers respected in your country?

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Do you think having a qualification in social work means you can work in any country in the world?

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Would you pay more taxes to help pay for more social workers?

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How far do social workers help create a safer society?

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What help from a social worker would you like?

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What questions would you like to ask a social worker?