Redefining Success: Role and Scope of Social Work

Authors

  • Bishnu Dash

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Abstract

In the contemporary times the world is confronted with sad stories of crime violence wars disasters abuses and exploitation Hatred fear and tension have taken over compassion love and peace In this context very progress and development achieved by human civilization seems futile The present paper analyzes the real meaning of success in contrast to the popular notion which is measured in terms of materialistic possessions Using relevant secondary data the paper argues that the developed nations though rank higher on indicators like per capita income and Gross National Products these countries severely lag behind on parameters of happiness satisfaction and well-being In juxtaposition poor countries like Mexico and Nigeria are more peaceful with strong community ties and interdependent living despite lacking affluence Research work has shown that congruent social relations are far more potent variables than wealth in ensuring happiness and well-being Social work is one of the prominent human service professions that have been unflinchingly working to bring amiability and well-being in the society and it has a crucial role in redefining and propagating the meaning of success which is holistic and balanced encompassing healthy body mind and social relations The paper provides existing and suggestive interventions of social work profession to contribute towards establishing a vibrant and enriched society where success means peace happiness compassion and wellbeing

How to Cite

Bishnu Dash. (2017). Redefining Success: Role and Scope of Social Work. Global Journal of Human-Social Science, 17(C2), 49–54. Retrieved from https://socialscienceresearch.org/index.php/GJHSS/article/view/2209

Redefining Success: Role and Scope of Social Work

Published

2017-03-15