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Personal Narrative: My Areas Of Social Work

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The areas of Social Work I am interested in are varied at this moment, I know that I will be working alongside other veterans but I expect to develop a more focused concentration through the course as I continue my education. I believe there are many current social problems facing society, one of my long-term goals is to gain the knowledge and influence to have the ability to make changes to sectors of society that have pressing issues. I would like to become an advocate for social and economic justice and s where I can channel my strengths in a direction that will allow me to have an impact on many people’s lives. I believe my strengths are a combination of drive and strong work ethic that are essential attributes to have in order to obtaining

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