This paper reviews the contribution that social work has for improving the quality of life of people living in rural Uganda. In so doing it is necessary to utilise models of social work that may contribute to the social development needs of the country. Consequently the paper evaluates the adaptability of various social work models, highlighting their strengths and shortcomings. The author suggests the creation of the role of Social Development Specialist to provide social workers with more respect and recognition and as a more appropriate way of responding to peoples' needs. The integrated development model of practice is presented as the best option for addressing problems and needs and for facilitating development in rural Uganda.
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