The intentional model of political social work can ensure that social work's values and principles guide future societal change. All social workers, regardless of field or method, should possess core political knowledge and skills, while a subset of social workers lead in this area. All social workers must work together to ensure that the true experiences of those served by social work are represented within the political process. A renewed commitment by the profession to political social work practice is needed, preparing social workers for the challenges ahead.

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