Social Welfare Minor
Department of English | World University of Bangladesh
The Social Welfare Minor is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the critical role that social programs, policies, and systems play in shaping social services. This minor equips students to engage with pressing issues of welfare, justice, and equity in both local and global contexts.
Students will explore how factors such as race, ethnicity, and diversity influence social welfare at the individual, community, national, and international levels. In addition, they will develop advocacy skills to effectively raise awareness of social policy issues and work towards meaningful change in society.
🎯 Minor Objectives
Foundational Knowledge
Gain a broad understanding of social work and social services.
Critical Analysis
Analyze the impact of race, ethnicity, and diversity on social welfare across all levels of society.
Policy Literacy
Understand how social policies and government programs shape the scope and delivery of social services.
Advocacy & Action
Develop basic advocacy skills to promote equity and justice in communities.
Why This Minor Matters
In an increasingly interconnected world, understanding social welfare is essential for informed, empathetic, and effective citizenship. This minor empowers students—especially those in humanities and social sciences—to:
- Critically evaluate social safety nets and public assistance programs
- Engage with marginalized communities through ethical, culturally responsive approaches
- Contribute to policy discussions on poverty, inequality, and human rights
- Apply interdisciplinary perspectives from literature, history, and sociology to real-world challenges
- Prepare for careers in NGOs, public service, education, and community development