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Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2002 Self-Determination §Kristine D. Tower, “Consumer-Centered Social Work Practice: Restoring Client Self-determination.” §Select Journal Articles on Social Work Ethics

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2002 Self-Determination §The United Nations International Covenant on economic, social and cultural rights l Article 1 of the Covenant states: “All peoples have the right of self-determination. By virtue of that right they freely determine their political status and freely pursue their economic, social and cultural development.”

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2002 Self-Determination §Eastern Connecticut State University Social Work Program BSW Student Field Practicum Evaluation work/bsw_evol.pdf l The first item states: “Program graduates will practice social work in ways which ensure client self-determination and empowerment... “ §Center for Child Welfare Policy North American Resource Center for Child Welfare l “Fundamental Values of Social Work.” Self-determination is one of the most important values.