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Environmental Policy and Social Work: A Call to Action.

Authors :
Gum, Nola
Source :
Health & Social Work. Feb2022, Vol. 47 Issue 1, p73-75. 3p.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

In the article, the author discusses the importance of environmental policy and social work in achieving social and environmental justice in the U.S. Other topics include how the lack of effective regulation adversely affect marginalized groups, the presence of power and oppression in the physical environment, and the importance of public policy in mitigating the effects of climate change and protecting the rights of vulnerable populations.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03607283
Volume :
47
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Health & Social Work
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
155028614
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/hsw/hlab037