: Cultural Competence and Social Justice Advocacy
: Cultural Competence and Social Justice Advocacy
The 2014 ACA Code of Ethics addresses the ethical responsibilities of counselors with respect to
providing counseling in a culturally sensitive manner, and to advocating for the removal of barriers
that hamper the growth and development of clients. As you read, ACA also endorses professional
standards related to cultural competence and social justice advocacy. Based on your visit to the
website of the professional association for your specialization area, what did you find with respect to
ethical codes and standards of practice (For example, does the NCDA have its own Code of Ethics?
Does the AAMFT have professional standards related to Advocacy?) What other resources or
information did you notice on the site? Is there a peerreviewed journal affiliated with your
professional association?
My Field is Mental Health Counseling
Resources:
American Counseling Association https://www.counseling.org/
American Mental Health Counselors Association
https://www.amhca.org/