Having the ability to identify contextual information and level of need is important. Additionally, social workers must understand that policy making is a process that involves numerous steps, starting with the identification and awareness of a social problem.

Consider the policy-making process, your personal skills, and related experience, and identify the skills that you already possess. Also, identify the areas in which you feel the need to further develop skills.

Posts should reflect your personal and professional experience—and all posts and responses should be supported by recent scholarly research with APA-formatted citations and references.