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In the Matter of Declaring March 2002 as )
Professional Social Work Month in ) RESOLUTION NO,2002/120
Contra Costa County )
WHEREAS, the social work profession is recognized throughout the United States as that
profession which best services the needy, the vulnerable, the disabled and the abused and neglected
populations,whether aged or children. Social workers must adhere to high standards of practice which
include specialized training, knowledge` and skills, understanding the diversity of cultures and
communities,and meeting the expectations of conduct established by the professional code of ethics;and
WHEREAS, Social workers in Contra Costa County assume many roles and responsibilities,
including child welfare worker,mental health clinical worker,medical social worker,probation officer,
adult protective services worker, therapist and supervisor. We wish to honor their expertise and
dedication in assisting others. Professional social workers can and do make a difference in the lives of
individuals. It is the largest group of professionals dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those
individuals and families whose lives have been disrupted;and
WHEREAS, the social work profession grew out of the social conditions of another era. There
continue to be new challenges that require new strategies to empower individuals and families and ensure
social responsibility;and
WHEREAS,it is of utmost importance to recognize the ongoing comunitment of the people who
serve as social workers in our county so that they are celebrated for their dedication and effectiveness in
meeting the challenges of the past and the challenges of the present.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors hereby declares March
2002 as "PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK MONTH"in Contra Costa County.
PASSED by a unanimous vote of the Board of Supervisors members present this 12th day of March
2002.
JOHN GIOIA
r Chair
District I Supervisor
AYLE B. KEMA DONNA ER
District II Supervisor District III S or
MARI{i7eSAULNIER FEDERAL D.GLOVER
District IV Supervisor District V Supervisor
T hereby certify that this is a true and correct
copy of an action taken and entered on the
rninutes of the Board of supervisors on the
date shown:
ATTESTED: March 12,2002
JOHN SWEETEN, Clerk of the Board of
Suand County Administrator r
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