Conscientious Objection in Social Work: Rights vs. Responsibilities

Jay Sweifach

Journal of Social Work, Values and Ethics
Journal of Social Work, Values and Ethics

Abstract
This paper reports on a national study that explored the complexity surrounding ethical conflicts related to conscientious objection in social work. Specific focus was on the extent to which practitioners have a right to remove themselves from professional services and situations that conflict with a religious or moral worldview.


Sweifach J. Conscientious Objection in Social Work: Rights vs. Responsibilities. J Social Work Values & Ethics, Fall. 2011;8(2).