The Agency Context of Practice

First, consider your field placement’s mission, goals, objectives, organizational structure, sources of funding and operating budget and how they affect client access to services.

For this week’s Video Discussion, complete the following:

1.Create and submit a written script of your video discussion. You must type out your comments verbatim. The goal is to show organization of thought prior to recording your video post. Use APA style citations to reference readings discussed in your video discussion. These references can be from both the assigned readings and outside sources.

2.Record approximately a 3-5 minute video that addresses the following:

·What groups of clients might feel positively or negatively about your agency and why (e.g. LGBTQ couples denied access to services due to policies that require marriage)?

·What knowledge, skills, and values will you need to help design, affirm, and sustain an inclusive environment for all potential subgroups, especially those that may be unserved, underserved, or unrecognized in your current practicum setting?

·What activities will you engage in to acquire these?