social work
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social work
A professional activity and academic discipline aimed at supporting people in difficult life situations, solving social problems, and promoting the common good.
Die Sozialarbeit spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei der Integration von Geflüchteten.
Social work plays an important role in the integration of refugees.
The word is made up of 'sozial' (social) and 'Arbeit' (work). So it literally describes work that deals with social issues and the well-being of society.
Sie studiert Sozialarbeit, um später Menschen in Not zu helfen.
She is studying social work so she can help people in need later.
Common verbs used with 'Sozialarbeit' (social work) are 'Sozialarbeit leisten' (to do social work) or 'in der Sozialarbeit tätig sein' / 'arbeiten' (to work in social work).
Er leistet seit zehn Jahren wertvolle Sozialarbeit in seinem Stadtteil.
He has been doing valuable social work in his neighborhood for ten years.
When referring to the field of work, the preposition 'in' with the dative is usually used. You work 'in der Sozialarbeit' (in social work).
Viele Absolventen möchten in der Sozialarbeit mit Kindern und Jugendlichen tätig sein.
Many graduates want to work in social work with children and young people.
social assistance
'die Sozialhilfe' and 'die Sozialarbeit' both belong to the social sector and have to do with support for people in difficult situations. 'Sozialhilfe' is money or financial support from the state for people who cannot cover their living expenses themselves. 'Sozialarbeit', on the other hand, is a professional activity: social workers advise, support, and help people with problems. The words can be confused because both are connected with help and social problems. Memory tip: Sozialhilfe is a benefit; Sozialarbeit is work with people.
Maria studiert Sozialarbeit, weil sie Familien in schwierigen Situationen unterstützen möchte.
Maria is studying social work because she wants to support families in difficult situations.
Nach dem Verlust seiner Arbeit beantragt er Sozialhilfe beim Amt.
After losing his job, he applies for social assistance at the office.