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The cristian church had a lot of influence on European society and charity was considered a responsibility of every person.
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In Englad started the poor law, clasified the poor into different categories. There was a need to solve human an social problems.
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Was originated as a profesion, began in USA and England. Its roots are from the way of society to deal with the poverty. Is linked with the idea of charity.
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Social workers are champions for those who are living in difficult circumstances and disenfranchised. Social workers continue to work for justice and compassion, as well as equality in civil rights; Social Security, unemployment, disability and worker’s compensation benefits; Medicaid and Medicare benefits; fairer treatment for those with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse disorders; and child welfare.
