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Ethical Social Work & Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation is one of the most common violations of the NASW Code of Ethics. This website helps social workers recognize and prevent it.

Mistakes & Strategies

Misrepresentation involves presenting false or exaggerated information, intentionally or unintentionally, which can impact the trust and integrity fundamental to social work practice. Read about common mistakes and how to prevent them.

Resources

NASW Code of Ethics, Symbols of Trust, Agreement, and Legal Justice.

Code of Ethics

Read the full Code of Ethics to uphold professional integrity and prioritize the well-being of your clients.

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NASW Ethics Center

Need to make a report? Interested in furthering your education? Check out NASW’s site dedicated to ethics.

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Articles (references)

Access this list of references to improve your knowledge and dive deeper into this website.