Algorithmic tools often replicate historical societal discrimination.
The principle of self-determination—the right of clients to make their own decisions—is a cornerstone of social work. However, society's understanding of "capacity" is changing. social work ethics in a changing society
Increasingly, welfare eligibility, child protective services triage, and housing allocation are being run by predictive algorithms. A machine flags a family as "high risk" based on zip code data, not clinical observation. child protective services triage
Acting honestly, responsibly, and ethically at all times. not clinical observation. Acting honestly
Predictive algorithms now assist in child welfare and resource allocation.
Helping people in need and addressing social problems.