For this Discussion, review this week's Resources. Reflect on a community with which you are familiar and that is in close proximity to you. Then, consider the population and geographical characteristics of that community, as well as its strengths and challenges. Finally, think about how these challenges you identified might be viewed as a strength for that community.
Submit a By Friday 10pm New york Time a description 2 Pagea description of the community you selected (New York, or Any American Urban City). Then, explain the strengths and challenges associated with that community based on its characteristics. Finally, explain how you, as a social worker, might help the community view its perceived challenges as a strength.
Be Sure to Use Proper APA formating, Reference Page and in-Text Citations
References/Paper Resources-
Itzhaky, H., & York, A. S. (2002). Showing results in community organization. Social Work, 47(2), 125-131.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
Kirst-Ashman, K. K., & Hull, G. H., Jr. (2015). Understanding generalist practice (6th ed.). Stamford, CT: Cengage Learning.
Chapter 5, "Engagement and Assessment in Generalist Practice" (pp. 161-206)
Kirst-Ashman, K. K., & Hull, G. H., Jr. (2015). Understanding generalist practice (6th ed.). Stamford, CT: Cengage Learning.
Chapter 4, "Skills for Working with Organizations and Communities" (pp. 127-160)