Welcome to the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2)! For more than 100 years, SP2 has been a powerful force for good in the world, working towards social justice and social change through research and practice. SP2 contributes to the advancement of more effective, efficient, and humane human services through education, research, and civic engagement. The passionate pursuit of social innovation, impact, and justice is at the heart of the School’s knowledge-building activities. Mission Statement Mission Statement The School of Social Policy & Practice contributes to the advancement of more effective, efficient, and humane human services through education, research, and civic engagement. Learn More Message from the President Message from the President Read a message from the University of Pennsylvania President, Dr. Amy Gutmann. Learn More Message from the Dean Message from the Dean Read a message from the Dean of SP2, Dr. Sara S. Bachman. Learn More Diversity & Inclusion Diversity & Inclusion Throughout its history, the SP2 has been committed to understanding and embracing diversity in its countless forms. Learn More SP2 History SP2 History For more than 100 years, SP2 (formerly the School of Social Work) has maintained its core values of promoting social justice and working toward the elimination of oppression. Learn More Directions & Parking Directions & Parking Find information regarding directions and parking around SP2. Learn More ActionSP2 ActionSP2 Using a multimodal approach, ActionSP2 engages students, faculty, alumni, & other learners by highlighting individuals and organizations that work toward successful action and advocacy. Learn More
