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My personal mission statement is based on an idea from former President Theodore Roosevelt:

Because I spent my adult life moving and have lived in nine different states, it was imperative

that I be outgoing, adaptable, non-judgmental, and organized. I often found myself far from

home with two young sons and had to be creative in meeting people and to learn acceptable

norms for the area so I could integrate my family into the new environment. I feel that these

qualities will benefit me as I begin my journey in social work practice. The specialized classes

that I have received in college have given me insight into the theories and skills necessary

to become a confident supplier of service to my future clients. I realize that I must now take

this information and formulate my own practice philosophy while adhering to the NASW

Code of Ethics. Through the various workshops and in class group activities I have learned

to rethink how I perceive other people in regards to race, ethnicity, age, and culture. These

activities will help me to become a culturally competent social worker and also be prepared

for conflicts that may arise. By understanding my own biases beforehand I will be better able

to serve someone who has beliefs different from my own. I am a student member of NASW

and plan to continue this affiliation after I obtain my BSW. In pursuit of further knowledge in

my chosen field of social work, I have applied and been accepted into the Advanced Standing

Program at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. During my career, I plan to continue to

learn and grow by attending at least two professional seminars a year. As I inch my way up

the ladder of success, I will remember to reach back and help those who follow so when I

reach the top I will not be standing alone.

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