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1500 BCE
Middle ages
The cristian church had a lot of influence on European society and charity was considered a responsibility of every person. -
Industrial Revolution
In Englad started the poor law, clasified the poor into different categories. There was a need to solve human an social problems. -
19th century
Was originated as a profesion, began in USA and England. Its roots are from the way of society to deal with the poverty. Is linked with the idea of charity. -
The 20th century and now into the 21st
Social workers are champions for those who are living in difficult circumstances and disenfranchised. Social workers continue to work for justice and compassion, as well as equality in civil rights; Social Security, unemployment, disability and worker’s compensation benefits; Medicaid and Medicare benefits; fairer treatment for those with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse disorders; and child welfare.
