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Advocacy is an important aspect in human services programs. It is a positive way to give a voice to those who are less fortunate or marginalized. Advocacy is a “powerful tool for change” (University of North Dakota, 2024). It provides a “vision” to human services professionals that create a “driving force” (Jansson, 2023, pg. 19). When human services professionals advocate for something, they show compassion and an interest to helping others. Individuals who advocate ask themselves, what can I do that will benefit others the most?
Public sectors in human services programs are those funded by a state, federal, or local governments (Bjerke). Some examples include emergency services, education, healthcare, transportation, etc. Private sectors in human services programs are “non-government agencies” that are not managed by the government (Bjerke). They can be funded through donations or investors like non-profit organizations. Some examples include mental health practices, counseling, homeless shelters, women’s shelters, etc. Sober Living America is a non-profit organization that helps individuals who are struggling with drug and alcohol abuse (Great Nonprofits). Individuals who struggle with drug and alcohol abuse are more likely to be determined as marginalized. Individuals who use are often looked down on and do not receive the help they need to get better. Sober Living America offers the help that those individuals may need to get
back onto their feet. References:
Bjerke, J. (n.d.). Know the major differences between private- and public-sector companies. Recruiter.com. https://www.recruiter.com/recruiting/know-the-major-differences-between-private-
and-public-sector-companies/#:~:text=The%20primary%20difference%20between%20public,other
%20types%20of%20company%20organizations
. Great Nonprofits. (n.d.). Top-rated nonprofits serving marginalized groups. GreatNonprofits Blog - Nonprofit News. https://blog.greatnonprofits.org/marginalized-groups-top-rated-nonprofits-offering-
support/ Jansson, B. S. (2023). Empowerment Series: Becoming An Effective Policy Advocate
(8th ed.). Cengage
Learning US. https://mbsdirect.vitalsource.com/books/9798214338224
University of North Dakota. (2024, March 1). The importance of advocacy in Social Work. https://und.edu/blog/advocacy-in-social-work.html#:~:text=A%20vital%20aspect%20of
%20advocacy,necessary%20for%20their%20well%2Dbeing.
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