[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1167 Engrossed in House (EH)]

H. Res. 1167

                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                        March 17, 2010.
Whereas social work is a profession of hope, grounded in practical problem-
        solving expertise;
Whereas social workers inspire community action, and are dedicated to the 
        successful functioning of American society;
Whereas social workers have education and experience to guide individuals, 
        families, and communities through complex issues and choices;
Whereas social workers stand up for others to make sure everyone has access to 
        the same basic rights, protections, and opportunities, and have been an 
        important force behind important social movements in the United States;
Whereas social workers work through private practices, agencies and 
        organizations, hospitals, the military, government, and educational 
        institutions to provide resources and guidance that support social 
        functioning;
Whereas social workers are on the frontlines, responding to such human needs as 
        homelessness, poverty, family break-up, mental illness, physical and 
        mental disability, substance abuse, domestic violence, and many other 
        issues;
Whereas Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day, which is March 
        16, 2010, will build awareness of the role of professional social 
        workers and their wide range of social contributions throughout their 
        careers; and
Whereas the 2010 Social Work Month theme--``Social Workers Inspire Community 
        Action''--showcases the expertise and dedication of professional social 
        workers in helping to improve community life: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month 
        and World Social Work Day;
            (2) acknowledges the diligent efforts of individuals and groups who 
        promote the importance of social work and who are observing Professional 
        Social Work Month and World Social Work Day;
            (3) encourages the American people to engage in appropriate 
        ceremonies and activities to further promote awareness of the life-
        changing role of social workers; and
            (4) recognizes with gratitude the contributions of the millions of 
        caring individuals who have chosen to serve their communities through 
        social work.
            Attest:

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