Interviewing is one of the most important skills in social casework because it helps the caseworker establish a professional relationship with the client, understand the nature of the problem, assess needs, and facilitate positive change. An interview is a purposeful conversation conducted in a planned and systematic manner to gather relevant information, provide emotional support, and encourage the client to participate actively in solving personal or social problems. Effective interviewing requires both technical competence and interpersonal sensitivity, ensuring that clients feel respected, understood, and empowered. The first essential interviewing skill is building rapport. A caseworker should create a warm, friendly, and accepting atmosphere in which the client feels safe to express thoughts and emotions. Rapport is established through respectful greetings, genuine interest, empathy, and non-judgmental behavior. A trusting relationship reduces anxiety and encourages honest communication. Active listening is another fundamental skill. Listening involves paying complete attention to both verbal and non-verbal messages without interrupting the client unnecessarily. The caseworker should observe tone of voice, facial expressions, body language, and emotional responses. Active listening demonstrates respect and helps the worker understand the client's experiences more accurately. Effective communication skills are equally important. The caseworker should use simple, clear, and understandable language that matches the client's educational and cultural background. Communication should be free from technical jargon and should encourage dialogue rather than one-sided questioning. Appropriate eye contact, nodding, and encouraging responses help maintain the flow of conversation. Questioning skills play a significant role in obtaining accurate information. Open-ended questions encourage clients to describe their experiences, feelings, and concerns in detail, while closed-ended questions help obtain specific facts when necessary. Questions should be relevant, non-threatening, and arranged in a logical sequence to avoid confusion or discomfort. Empathy is