Our Mission

The mission of the Hacettepe University Department of Social Work is to train social work professional who adopt ethical values in the field of social work at our research-oriented university, place human dignity and value at the center of their professional practice, and view diversity as a richness; contribute to the welfare of individuals, families, communities, and society, and prioritize the realization of social justice, possessing qualities of equality, and leadership. It is to continue research, education, and practice activities based on universal principles and with regard to the benefit of society; to produce knowledge for social welfare, and to provide academic, scientific, and practical contributions to ensure the implementation of service models developed.

Our Vision

To be leading and innovative scientific institution that  provides social work education accredited by universal standards; pioneers the development of social work education nationwide; contributes to Sustainable Development Goals through interdisciplinary collaborations; works actively in collaboration with institutions and organizations at the international level; prioritizes national needs; trains social work professionals capable of implementing best practices for population groups facing different, multiple and intersectional disadvantages; conducts research in the field of social welfare; and produces scientific knowledge thereby contributing to the development of social policies.

Practice*

Social work addresses the barriers, inequities and injustices that exist in society. It responds to crises and emergencies as well as to everyday personal and social problems. Social work utilises a variety of skills, techniques, and activities consistent with its holistic focus on persons and their environments. Social work interventions range from primarily person-focused psychosocial processes to involvement in social policy, planning and development. These include counselling, clinical social work, group work, social pedagogical work, and family treatment and therapy as well as efforts to help people obtain services and resources in the community. Interventions also include agency administration, community organisation and engaging in social and political action to impact social policy and economic development. The holistic focus of social work is universal, but the priorities of social work practice will vary from country to country and from time to time depending on cultural, historical, and socio-economic conditions. 
* Citation: Web page of International Federation of Social Workers (//www.ifsw.org)