1. If human services theory and practice are directly influenced by prevailing political and economic forces, what do you consider to be the emerging political and economic trends in our society? How do you think these will be reflected in human services practice within the next few years?

2. Marketing is described as %u201Cthe science of exchange.%u201D In the nonprofit context, what are the exchanges that occur? Who are the key parties with whom exchanges take place, and what are the media of exchange (e.g., is it always or only about the flow of money)?

3. How does the agency identify the needs and opportunities for services it may provide? How does it involve the community in its assessment process?