Social Workers expand the resources and systems available to individuals and society; assist in the interaction between people, enhance clients' control over their lives and improve their quality of life. It is a dynamic field, crucial in times of crises as well as meeting everyday needs during ongoing and rapid societal change.  

Sapir's School of Social Work aims to promote social justice and welfare for individuals, groups and communities. Our program trains and promotes social workers with a high level of personal and social awareness, whose work is based on professional values, knowledge and field practice. Expert faculty equip students with skills to research and develop initiatives and solutions together with local and international marginalized populations. Innovative and updated courses reflect new and emerging social needs in Israel and globally. We are one of Israel's leading Schools of Social Work, due to the high-quality studies, professional standards and unique International Program in India and Ethiopia, coupled with our deep commitment to community engagement.

To achieve our goals the School:

• Trains professionals to impact individuals, families, communities, society and policy-makers in Israel and globally.
• Develops advanced research based on collaborations between faculty, students, other Israeli and international Schools of Social Work, and clients, with a particular emphasis on providing a voice to disadvantaged populations.
• Educates and implements social work ethics based on deep commitment to human rights and social justice as the foundation for professional practice and policy-making processes.
• Develops innovative clinical interventions for individuals, families, groups and communities, with a focus and commitment to Negev residents.