Sources: NASW Code of Ethics, U.S. Catholic Bishops, Office of Social Justice - Archdiocese of St. Paul Minneapolis
The National Catholic School of Social Service
In a world where profit often takes precedence over the dignity and rights of workers, it is important to recognize that the economy must serve the people, not the other way around. If the dignity of work is to be protected, the basic rights of workers must be respected - the right to productive work, to decent fair wages, to organize and join unions, to private property, and to economic initiative.
§ Social workers challenge injustice related to unemployment, workers' rights and inhumane practices.
§ Social workers engage in organized action, including the formation of and participation in labor unions, to improve working conditions and improve services to clients.
