Both the NASW and IFSAW code of ethics begin with a similar introduction that identifies the mission focus of the codes. The NASW Preamble focuses on enhancing the well-being and ensuring the basic needs of others are meet as well as empowering those who are vulnerable, compromised, or living in poverty (NASW, 2008). While the IFSAW Preface also focuses on promoting change through ethical awareness (IFSAW,2012). The introduction of the two codes differ in that the IFSAW code speaks directly to the social worker’s ability and commitment to ethics as it relates to the quality of services offered (IFSAW, 2012). While, this is more of an underlying theme in the NASW code of ethics. The codes of ethics have similar principles with both codes identify
