Social Policy: History (1900–1950)
Social Policy: History (1900–1950)
- Iris Carlton-LaNeyIris Carlton-LaNeyUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Summary
This entry traces American social welfare development from the 1890s to 1950. It also includes social work's participation and response to need during two critical times in American history: the Progressive Era and the New Deal. Social reformers were instrumental in the development of social legislation, including the establishment of the Children's Bureau as well as the development of a public welfare system at the state level. America's response to human suffering left many groups, such American Indians, African Americans, and Asians, marginalized. In response, African Americans established a parallel system of private relief through organizations such as the National Urban League, unlike the other racial groups.
Subjects
- Macro Practice
- Policy and Advocacy
- Poverty
- Social Justice and Human Rights
- Social Work Profession