As a social worker, you are required to communicate in writing for a wide range of purposes and audiences. This text guides you through all you need to know to develop your social work writing skills: - Essential elements of written communication - Writing skills in daily practice - Macro-practice writing skills: obtaining resources and creating change - Influencing your professional context Now with 2 new chapters on writing for local mass media and writing for social media. Hot tips for effective writing, reflective exercises & further reading are included in every chapter to help you cement your skills and become a confident and effective written communicator.