Social workers must take action against all forms of oppression, racism, discrimination, and inequities, and acknowledge their own biases.

Evidence

Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and the Social Work Profession (National Association of Social Workers)

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  • corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim
  • XREF: connects to: Humility and self-awareness can prevent societal oppression. — Jordan B. Peterson, 12 Rules for Life An Antidote to Chaos, 601; Engaging in critical self-reflection entails social workers continuously reflecting on ways their own biases affect practice. — Anti-Oppressive Practice; All women share accountability for racism that divides feminist movement. — bell hooks, Ain’t I a Woman_ Black Women and…, 458 (+1 more)