Research Guides: Social Work Policy Analysis: Policy Introductions

Policy Introductions

Start with these sources to find general information on a policy issue:

Encyclopedia of Social Work This link opens in a new window
Social work encyclopedia with overviews and introductions for many topics.
CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
Detailed overviews of many current news and policy topics, including some social problems and social policies.
Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports This link opens in a new window
The Congressional Research Service prepares reports on topics of public interest or that are the focus of proposed legislation.
Access Tips: Also available at Every CRS Report

Encyclopedia of Macro Social Work
Expanded articles related to macro practices and theories from the Encyclopedia of Social Work.

SAGE Knowledge This link opens in a new window
Search and read full-text articles from academic reference books including the Encyclopedia of Social Welfare History in North America, Encyclopedia of World Poverty, and Encyclopedia of Homelessness.

Social Work Speaks: NASW Policy Statements
Policy statements adopted by the NASW Delegate Assembly. This is a PRINT book: ask at Circulation Desk for Reserve Reference HV 85 .N33 a