The core value of the "dignity and worth of the person" underpins the principle of self-determination—the right of clients to make their own decisions. In a changing society, this principle faces new challenges.
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Furthermore, the concept of social justice is being redefined in the face of systemic inequalities that have been highlighted by global movements and public health crises. Social workers are increasingly called to move beyond individual clinical practice to engage in macro-level advocacy. This involves addressing environmental justice, racial equity, and the rights of marginalized communities in a political landscape that is often polarized. The ethical mandate to challenge injustice requires practitioners to be culturally humble and actively anti-racist, recognizing that "neutrality" can sometimes be a form of complicity. The core value of the "dignity and worth