Importance of Policy Analysis and Practice

The podcast episode focuses on the importance of policy analysis and practice in the field of social work. The episode discusses the goals of an advanced policy course in a Doctor of Social Work program, which includes exploring the relationship between social problems, practice, and public policies. Various approaches to policy analysis, such as rational, feminist, and intersectionality-based frameworks, are introduced. The episode also highlights the value of hearing from experts in the policy arena, including leaders in social work practice, state representatives, and researchers.