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[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1167 Introduced in House (IH)]

111th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1167

 Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals 
and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day.

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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             March 11, 2010

Ms. Shea-Porter submitted the following resolution; which was referred 
                to the Committee on Education and Labor

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                               RESOLUTION

 
 Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals 
and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day.

Whereas social work is a profession of hope, grounded in practical problem-
        solving expertise;
Whereas social workers inspire community action, and are dedicated to the 
        successful functioning of American society;
Whereas social workers have education and experience to guide individuals, 
        families, and communities through complex issues and choices;
Whereas social workers stand up for others to make sure everyone has access to 
        the same basic rights, protections, and opportunities, and have been an 
        important force behind important social movements in the United States;
Whereas social workers work through private practices, agencies and 
        organizations, hospitals, the military, government, and educational 
        institutions to provide resources and guidance that support social 
        functioning;
Whereas social workers are on the frontlines, responding to such human needs as 
        homelessness, poverty, family break-up, mental illness, physical and 
        mental disability, substance abuse, domestic violence, and many other 
        issues;
Whereas Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day, which is March 
        16, 2010, will build awareness of the role of professional social 
        workers and their wide range of social contributions throughout their 
        careers; and
Whereas the 2010 Social Work Month theme--``Social Workers Inspire Community 
        Action''--showcases the expertise and dedication of professional social 
        workers in helping to improve community life: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals of Professional Social 
        Work Month and World Social Work Day;
            (2) acknowledges the diligent efforts of individuals and 
        groups who promote the importance of social work and who are 
        observing Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work 
        Day;
            (3) encourages the American people to engage in appropriate 
        ceremonies and activities to further promote awareness of the 
        life-changing role of social workers; and
            (4) recognizes with gratitude the contributions of the 
        millions of caring individuals who have chosen to serve their 
        communities through social work.
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