"The power to empower suggests that through our dedication and commitments to social justice and equity in social work.practice we can create space for diverse voices and perspectives to be heard and explored in ways that create opportunities to.understand ourselves and others, worldviews and perspectives in ways that promote socially just communities and policies that help transform society. It links each of us to.the other understanding that if any one of.us are.negatively impacted by oppression and marginalization that we are all.impacted -that our own liberation, true liberation depends on challenging systems of privilege and oppression. The power to empower also means we have a tremendous responsibility to act in ways that demonstrate our commitment.to our code of ethics and to one another. It is liberating at its very essence. It is...authentic social work." - Janet P., NSCSW
"The Power to Empower is taking the opportunity to build other people up when so many forces in the world try to bring them down. It's a special honour to be part of someone's journey to a place of strength." - Richard P., NLASW
"Power to Empower means I have a distinct set of values which provide with me an opportunity to support, education, counsel, and share with clients to assist them in their journey of life. I can utilize these distinct skills to assist clients to empower their own lives as they would toward recognizing their skills, abilities and struggles. Individuals continuously work toward containing and sustaining change and seek social work advice to assist them in doing so." - Courtney W., MCSW
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