BSW3702
JAN/FEB SUPPLEMENTARY 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 23 JANUARY 2026
, Group Work: Theories, Approaches and Models
BSW3702 ASSIGNMENT: JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026
INTRODUCTION
Group work is a core method in social work practice that enables individuals to address
personal, social and emotional challenges through shared experiences and mutual
support. In South Africa, social workers increasingly rely on group interventions to
respond to complex social issues such as HIV and AIDS, student wellbeing and social
exclusion. This assignment consists of two sections. Question 1 focuses on the
application of group work principles in supporting children and adolescents affected by
HIV non-disclosure. Question 2 presents a comprehensive group work proposal
informed by the video Teaching wellbeing: helping students tackle social issues. The
assignment integrates theory, ethical considerations and practical group work skills.
QUESTION 1: CASE STUDY
1.1 How you would recruit these children and adolescents for this group (3
marks)
Recruitment of children and adolescents would be done through the local clinic where
they receive antiretroviral treatment. The social worker would collaborate with
healthcare professionals such as nurses, doctors and counsellors who already have
established relationships with the families. These professionals would help identify
children and adolescents who are on HIV treatment but are unaware of their HIV status
due to non-disclosure by parents or caregivers.
Parents and caregivers would be approached individually and informed about the
purpose, benefits and objectives of the group. The social worker would explain how the
group will support both caregivers and children in preparing for disclosure and
improving treatment adherence. Participation would be voluntary, and informed consent
JAN/FEB SUPPLEMENTARY 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 23 JANUARY 2026
, Group Work: Theories, Approaches and Models
BSW3702 ASSIGNMENT: JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026
INTRODUCTION
Group work is a core method in social work practice that enables individuals to address
personal, social and emotional challenges through shared experiences and mutual
support. In South Africa, social workers increasingly rely on group interventions to
respond to complex social issues such as HIV and AIDS, student wellbeing and social
exclusion. This assignment consists of two sections. Question 1 focuses on the
application of group work principles in supporting children and adolescents affected by
HIV non-disclosure. Question 2 presents a comprehensive group work proposal
informed by the video Teaching wellbeing: helping students tackle social issues. The
assignment integrates theory, ethical considerations and practical group work skills.
QUESTION 1: CASE STUDY
1.1 How you would recruit these children and adolescents for this group (3
marks)
Recruitment of children and adolescents would be done through the local clinic where
they receive antiretroviral treatment. The social worker would collaborate with
healthcare professionals such as nurses, doctors and counsellors who already have
established relationships with the families. These professionals would help identify
children and adolescents who are on HIV treatment but are unaware of their HIV status
due to non-disclosure by parents or caregivers.
Parents and caregivers would be approached individually and informed about the
purpose, benefits and objectives of the group. The social worker would explain how the
group will support both caregivers and children in preparing for disclosure and
improving treatment adherence. Participation would be voluntary, and informed consent
