NAME: IBRAHIM MUHUMED ADEN

REG NO. BSWA/2020/69257

UNIT NAME: SOCIAL WELFARE ADMINISTRATION

UNIT CODE: BED 3225

CAT 2

1. Elucidate on the scope of social welfare administration (10 Marks)

Social welfare administration refers to the management and coordination of various social

welfare programs and services aimed at promoting the well-being and improving the quality of

life of individuals and communities. The scope of social welfare administration is broad and

encompasses a wide range of activities and functions. Here are some key aspects of its scope:

a. Policy Development: Social welfare administrators play a crucial role in the formulation and

development of social welfare policies. They analyze social issues, conduct research, and

propose policies that address the needs of vulnerable populations and promote social justice.

b. Program Planning and Implementation: Social welfare administrators are responsible for

planning and executing social welfare programs and services. This involves designing effective

interventions, setting goals, allocating resources, and monitoring the implementation process.

c. Resource Management: Efficient management of financial and human resources is essential

in social welfare administration. Administrators need to ensure that resources are utilized

optimally to achieve the desired outcomes and benefit the target population.
d. Service Delivery: Social welfare administration involves overseeing the delivery of various

services, such as healthcare, education, housing, food assistance, employment support, and more.

These services aim to uplift disadvantaged individuals and provide them with opportunities for

improvement.

e. Collaboration and Coordination: Social welfare administrators collaborate with various

stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, community groups, and

volunteers, to create a network of support and maximize the impact of social welfare initiatives.

f. Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuous monitoring and evaluation are crucial in social

welfare administration. Administrators assess the effectiveness and efficiency of programs to

identify areas for improvement and ensure that resources are utilized appropriately.

g. Advocacy and Social Change: Social welfare administrators often engage in advocacy efforts

to raise awareness of social issues and advocate for policy changes and reforms to address the

root causes of problems.

h. Research and Innovation: As a field, social welfare administration encourages research and

the application of innovative approaches to tackle emerging social challenges effectively.

References

1. "Social Welfare Administration: Development and Prospects" by Roger A. Lohmann and

Nancy Lohmann.

2. "Social Administration" by Robert M. Moroney, Ann V. Roberts, and Gail A. Fauri

3. "Handbook of Social Work Administration" edited by Rino J. Patti

4. "Social Work Management and Leadership: Managing Complexity with Creativity" by

John Lawler and John T. Houston

5. "Social Policy and Social Change: Toward the Creation of Social and Economic Justice"

by Jillian A. Jimenez and Jillian A. Jimenez

6. "The Practice of Generalist Social Work" by Julie Birkenmaier, Marla Berg-Weger, and

Lawrence Shulman