HR0111 97TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Social workers are highly skilled and motivated professionals who dedicate their careers to helping people make positive changes in their lives; and

WHEREAS, There are more than 640,000 trained social work professionals in the United States and more than 12,000 in Illinois who work tirelessly in private and public social services agencies, hospitals, hospices, schools, universities, legislatures, private practices, corporations, and the military; and

WHEREAS, Social workers improve the fabric of society by advocating for accessibility, equality, fairness, and care for individuals and families who are the most vulnerable in society; and

WHEREAS, Social workers help people explore new opportunities in the face of serious life changes and challenges; and

WHEREAS, The social work profession was established more than 100 years ago to help Americans overcome poverty, illness, addiction, abuse, discrimination, and other adversities to reach their full potential; and

WHEREAS, The social work profession works to change systems and customs that limit the ability of vulnerable individuals and groups to lead fulfilling and productive lives; and

WHEREAS, Schools of social work train socially-conscious people to make a real difference in the world through service and leadership; and

WHEREAS, Social workers strengthen communities, expand options, and work to facilitate humane changes in policies and legislation that improve the lives of everyone; and

WHEREAS, Social workers begin each day believing they will give an individual, a family, or a community renewed hope in the future; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SEVENTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we designate the month of March as Social Work Month in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the National Association of Social Workers-Illinois Chapter with our sincere appreciation for their efforts.