Requirements for the development of a professional social work practice with groups in light of Saudi Vision 2030

Abstract

This descriptive-analytical study aims to identify the requirements of professional practice of social work with groups to achieve the 2030 vision. The researcher utilized the scientific method in a comprehensive social survey of members at the Faculty of Social Work, Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University, and with a random sample of social workers, and the sample consisted of teaching staff members ( n = 26) and social workers ( n = 35). The study found a set of cognitive, skill, value, and institutional requirements that are needed in the method used for working with groups in order to keep pace with new social developments.