Socio-Cultural Lens Analysis

Under the socio-cultural lens the focus is on how the society affects the client. C. Wright Mills (as cited by Rogers, 2016) created the term sociological imagination, which is an important aspect of the socio-cultural lens, “to describe the relationship between the individual and the wider society” (p.106). Additionally, culture has to be taken into consideration because it is intrinsically related to social aspects that affect clients. Rogers (2016) mentions that “There is no universally accepted definition of culture; culture can mean different things to different people. In fact, definitions vary depending on the discipline and theory from which they originate” (p. 130). The book Multicultural Social Work Practice establishes that “culture …show more content…
Rogers (2016) explains that “the basic premise of social justice is that all humans have a right to live fulfilling lives, which requires access to appropriate resources, decision-making opportunities, and freedom from fear of persecution” (p. 155). Based on this premise we can apply it to Celia and Hector’s situation by the reason that they should not have to live without anything to eat, they should be able to meet their basic necessities, and they should not have to live in fear because of Roberto’s status. This perspective should be used to address all of the situations that Celia and Hector are going undergoing, in such a way, that change is established. On the other hand, we can see how community organization has helped the family through their current situation. Celia has been able to put food on the table by her obtaining help from her church pantry. Along these lines, Celia and Hector would benefit greatly from community resources that help with legal orientation. Being able to obtain information about the effects of Roberto’s status and how to go along with Joey’s adoption could impact positively the dynamics of the