TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
Introduction 3
SECTION A: CASE WORK
Question 1.1: Sustainable Livelihoods Approach – Asset Analysis 7
Question 1.2: Social Assistance Grants Analysis 8
SECTION B: GROUP WORK
Question 2.1: Purpose of the Proposed Group 11
Question 2.2: Factors for Composing Group Membership 14
Question 2.3: Five Roles of the Social Worker in Group Facilitation 16
Question 2.4: Eight Termination Tasks 19
SECTION C: COMMUNITY WORK
Question 3.1: Appropriate Practice Model (Weyers 2011) 23
Question 3.2: Five Knowledge Requirements 26
Question 3.3: Five Roles for the Community Work Model 28
Conclusion 34
Reference List 35
1
,INTRODUCTION
Johannesburg. This assignment uses developmental social work principles, the
Sustainable Livelihoods Approach, and Weyers' (2011) community work practice
models to create a comprehensive intervention plan. The analysis combines case work,
group work, and community work methods to address the family's immediate needs
while also supporting long-term resilience and empowerment. Based on the
ecosystems perspective and strengths-based approach, the intervention recognises
that lasting change requires addressing both the family's individual circumstances and
the wider community factors that affect their lives (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:10-11).
2
,SECTION A: CASE WORK
QUESTION 1.1: SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS APPROACH – ASSET
ANALYSIS
The Sustainable Livelihoods Approach (SLA) provides a people-centred, holistic
framework for understanding how individuals and families combine their assets to make
a living and cope with challenges (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:15). The SLA focuses
on people's strengths and assets rather than their deficits, making it compatible with
developmental social work and the strengths perspective (Lombard 2019b:179).
According to the SLA framework, assets are categorised into human, social, physical,
natural, public, and financial capital, which together form people's livelihood base
(BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; FAO 2000).
1.1.1 Human Assets
Human assets encompass the skills, knowledge, physical and mental health, and
capacity to work that individuals possess (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; Lombard
2019b:183). The Dlamini family demonstrates several significant human assets. Ms
Dlamini possesses valuable sewing and clothing production skills acquired through her
years of work as a clothing machinist. These skills represent a substantial human
capital asset that can be leveraged for income generation. She has also demonstrated
entrepreneurial initiative by expressing interest in starting a small sewing business and
occasionally earning income through clothing repairs for community members. This
indicates resilience and a proactive orientation despite unemployment.
3
, Thabo has completed Grade 11 and possesses basic computer skills acquired through
a community youth programme. While his formal education is incomplete, his computer
literacy represents a valuable asset in the contemporary job market. Lerato is a Grade
10 learner who performs well academically and aspires to attend university,
demonstrating intellectual potential and future orientation. Her academic performance is
a significant human asset that can be further developed through educational support.
Mr Dlamini, at 70 years old, receives a monthly grant, but his age may limit his capacity
for formal employment. The family's overall health status is not explicitly stated, though
the presence of a 70-year-old grandfather may imply some age-related health
considerations. The family's participation in a local church and Ms Dlamini's involvement
in a stokvel suggest psychosocial strengths that support resilience.
1.1.2 Social Assets
Social assets refer to the social resources people can draw upon, including formal and
informal relationships with family, friends, neighbours, and community networks
(BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; Lombard 2019b:183). The Dlamini family's social
assets include active participation in a local church, where they receive emotional
support and occasional assistance from other members. This faith-based network
provides both practical and emotional resources that can buffer against stress and
isolation.
Ms Dlamini's membership in a women's savings group (stokvel) represents another
important social asset, providing access to informal financial support and social
connections. However, her recent struggle to make regular contributions indicates that
this asset is under strain due to financial constraints.
The family's location in a community with a primary school, secondary school, clinic,
library, community hall, and a local NGO providing social services and youth
development programmes indicates the presence of institutional social resources.
However, the community's high levels of unemployment, poverty, substance abuse,
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Section Page
Introduction 3
SECTION A: CASE WORK
Question 1.1: Sustainable Livelihoods Approach – Asset Analysis 7
Question 1.2: Social Assistance Grants Analysis 8
SECTION B: GROUP WORK
Question 2.1: Purpose of the Proposed Group 11
Question 2.2: Factors for Composing Group Membership 14
Question 2.3: Five Roles of the Social Worker in Group Facilitation 16
Question 2.4: Eight Termination Tasks 19
SECTION C: COMMUNITY WORK
Question 3.1: Appropriate Practice Model (Weyers 2011) 23
Question 3.2: Five Knowledge Requirements 26
Question 3.3: Five Roles for the Community Work Model 28
Conclusion 34
Reference List 35
1
,INTRODUCTION
Johannesburg. This assignment uses developmental social work principles, the
Sustainable Livelihoods Approach, and Weyers' (2011) community work practice
models to create a comprehensive intervention plan. The analysis combines case work,
group work, and community work methods to address the family's immediate needs
while also supporting long-term resilience and empowerment. Based on the
ecosystems perspective and strengths-based approach, the intervention recognises
that lasting change requires addressing both the family's individual circumstances and
the wider community factors that affect their lives (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:10-11).
2
,SECTION A: CASE WORK
QUESTION 1.1: SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS APPROACH – ASSET
ANALYSIS
The Sustainable Livelihoods Approach (SLA) provides a people-centred, holistic
framework for understanding how individuals and families combine their assets to make
a living and cope with challenges (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:15). The SLA focuses
on people's strengths and assets rather than their deficits, making it compatible with
developmental social work and the strengths perspective (Lombard 2019b:179).
According to the SLA framework, assets are categorised into human, social, physical,
natural, public, and financial capital, which together form people's livelihood base
(BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; FAO 2000).
1.1.1 Human Assets
Human assets encompass the skills, knowledge, physical and mental health, and
capacity to work that individuals possess (BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; Lombard
2019b:183). The Dlamini family demonstrates several significant human assets. Ms
Dlamini possesses valuable sewing and clothing production skills acquired through her
years of work as a clothing machinist. These skills represent a substantial human
capital asset that can be leveraged for income generation. She has also demonstrated
entrepreneurial initiative by expressing interest in starting a small sewing business and
occasionally earning income through clothing repairs for community members. This
indicates resilience and a proactive orientation despite unemployment.
3
, Thabo has completed Grade 11 and possesses basic computer skills acquired through
a community youth programme. While his formal education is incomplete, his computer
literacy represents a valuable asset in the contemporary job market. Lerato is a Grade
10 learner who performs well academically and aspires to attend university,
demonstrating intellectual potential and future orientation. Her academic performance is
a significant human asset that can be further developed through educational support.
Mr Dlamini, at 70 years old, receives a monthly grant, but his age may limit his capacity
for formal employment. The family's overall health status is not explicitly stated, though
the presence of a 70-year-old grandfather may imply some age-related health
considerations. The family's participation in a local church and Ms Dlamini's involvement
in a stokvel suggest psychosocial strengths that support resilience.
1.1.2 Social Assets
Social assets refer to the social resources people can draw upon, including formal and
informal relationships with family, friends, neighbours, and community networks
(BSW4802 Study Guide 2026:16; Lombard 2019b:183). The Dlamini family's social
assets include active participation in a local church, where they receive emotional
support and occasional assistance from other members. This faith-based network
provides both practical and emotional resources that can buffer against stress and
isolation.
Ms Dlamini's membership in a women's savings group (stokvel) represents another
important social asset, providing access to informal financial support and social
connections. However, her recent struggle to make regular contributions indicates that
this asset is under strain due to financial constraints.
The family's location in a community with a primary school, secondary school, clinic,
library, community hall, and a local NGO providing social services and youth
development programmes indicates the presence of institutional social resources.
However, the community's high levels of unemployment, poverty, substance abuse,
4
