Influencing Social Policy

ISP is the only national membership organization dedicated exclusively to promoting social work’s involvement in policy and policy practice. Now a 501(c)3, it was created in 1997—in the wake of welfare reform–to address concerns about devolution. Comprised of social work educators, students, and practitioners, its expanded mission seeks to increase social work efficacy in influencing policy at all levels of government by educating students in policy and policy practice, and engaging students and faculty in the policy-making and political processes.

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Courses & Videos

Featuring Influencing Social Policy

Making a Difference: Influencing State Policy
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Making a Difference: Influencing State Policy

Creating Change: Building a Legislative Coalition
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Creating Change: Building a Legislative Coalition