Özet:

Social work is a profession and discipline in which scientific methods and principles are used. While the principles and focus of the profession are universal, priorities of its practice change depending on cultural, historical and socioeconomic conditions. Social welfare and social work in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) have been shaped by changing political and historical process through centuries. In this study, the evolution and current situation of social work are critically discussed in terms of human rights, social justice and equality which are three main principles of social work. It is recognized that there is a need to change marginalized and discriminated terms taken place in legal arrangements used for population groups seeking social work. Furthermore, it is clear that legislative regulations about social work in changing and transforming TRNC are insufficient to meet current needs. Lastly, insufficient protective and preventive studies which are main functions of social work is also remarkable.

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