Urbanization
Urbanization is the process by which more people move from rural areas to cities, leading to the growth of urban settlements. It occurs due to factors like better employment, education, health facilities, and lifestyle in cities. While urbanization supports economic development, it also creates challenges like overcrowding, pollution, housing shortages, slums, and unemployment. Social workers and urban planners must address these problems through inclusive policies and services. Proper planning, affordable housing, and job creation are essential to manage urban growth. Urbanization must be balanced to ensure both development and quality of life for all, especially the poor and marginalized.