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 Unit-1 Introduction to social work Meaning of social work “Social work is the professional activity of helping individuals, groups, or communities enhance or restore their capacity for social functioning and creating societal conditions favorable to this goal.”  (National Association of Social Work).  This definition highlights the levels of practice, from micro to macro, at which social workers implement interventions. (National Association of Social Workers, 1971) Global Definition of the Social Work Profession “Social work is a practice-based profession and an academic discipline that promotes social change and development, social cohesion, and the empowerment and liberation of people. Principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversities are central to social work.  Underpinned by theories of social work, social sciences, humanities and indigenous knowledge, social work engages people and structures to address life cha...