Social Welfare

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Introduction

Social Welfare is a discipline that 1 explores social problems and social welfare phenomena based on the foundational belief that all humans deserve respect and 2 proposes solutions for such problems.
It is a practical discipline and applied social science that, based on independently-gained knowledge/skills and theories borrowed from multiple social sciences, resolves and prevents diverse social problems on both the individual and social framework levels. Research is conducted in two areas: policy and clinical settings/service.
Policy research focuses on social policies and systems that improve quality of life.
Researchers in this area develop social insurance systems (national insurance, health insurance, occupational health and safety insurance, and employment insurance), basic livelihood security systems, and policies on labor and unemployment in addition to proposing models for the welfare state.
Clinical settings/service research focuses on consultation and other social services provided through direct interaction, with researchers developing social programs and service systems that are tailored to those who require social assistance (e.g. children, families, people with disabilities, homeless, teens, seniors, women).

Educational Goals

• Shape creative and convergent social workers with problem-solving skills.
• Foster social work talents with field-based professional competencies.
• Nurture social work talents with integrated communication skills based on human dignity.