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West Virgina State Capitol (Photo by O. Palsson) But thats what West Virginia is likely to get if a well-meaning, but ill-thought-out proposal by one legislator becomes law. Its entirely reasonable that West Virginia Del. Adam Burkhammer is horrified by the fact that some children who are horribly abused are overlooked by the states family police agency.
Try this out and let me know how it goes. Learning from program participants who leave? Have you ever considered this? Understanding why participants leave a program can provide valuable insights for improvement. Instead of viewing dropouts as failures, organizations can learn from them to refine program structure, engagement strategies, and outreach.
by Marie Cohen Recognizing implicit bias in mandated reporting training is a national focus for addressing racial inequity in child welfare. States from New York to Washington have updated their training for mandatory reporters to include implicit bias or highlight the distinction between neglect and poverty in an effort to reduce racial disparities in child welfare involvement.
Courts in New York, Texas, Arizona and at least 11 other states demand that fathers control the mothers of their children, punish fathers who dont and, worst of all, deprive children of loving parents who have done them no harm. New Yorks highest court is being asked to put a stop to it. A New York City mother, known in court papers as Ms. W., used drugs during her pregnancy.
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Should doctors be allowed to medicate people with mental illness without their consent? This controversial topic sparks debate, but in emergency situations, what are the real options? Explore the ethical and practical considerations of psychiatric treatment without consent and why it might be necessary for patient safety.
Tax season is here and many families filing taxes this year can take advantage of tax credits. The different tax credits for families listed here include various income brackets. Child Tax Credit Parents with children under age 17 can reduce their tax burden by up to $2,000 per qualified dependent. This includes your own children, stepchildren, or related child who lives with you at least half the tax year.
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The Association of South African Social Work Education Institutions (ASASWEI) marked World Social Work Day on March 18th, 2025 , with the launch of a groundbreaking book titled: Social Work in the 21st Century: Scholarship and Praxis Reimagined Towards Vulnerability. Volume Editors Allucia L. Shokane Annaline Keet Varoshini Nadesan Synopsis This scholarly book is the third volume in the Knowledge Pathing: Multi-, Inter- and Trans-Disciplining in Social Sciences book series.
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
MARCH 18, 2025
The Association of South African Social Work Education Institutions (ASASWEI) marked World Social Work Day on March 18th, 2025 , with the launch of a groundbreaking book titled: Social Work in the 21st Century: Scholarship and Praxis Reimagined Towards Vulnerability. Volume Editors Allucia L. Shokane Annaline Keet Varoshini Nadesan Synopsis This scholarly book is the third volume in the Knowledge Pathing: Multi-, Inter- and Trans-Disciplining in Social Sciences book series.
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CRISP 2019 Award Winners We are pleased to announce the winners of our 2025 CRISP Awards. Each year, we recognize social workers and others who have contributed significantly to pursuing social work values and principles through Congress and the federal government.
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As we approach World Social Work Day (WSWD) on the 18th of March, we extend warm wishes and solidarity with our members across Europe and all social workers across the […]
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Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
The most effective treatment I have had the honor of witnessing is the power of community. Continuing Day Treatments utilize a milieu approach to allow clients to form communities they often dont have elsewhere.
Remember when Tennessee pulled over a couple for no good reason and then took away their children? In that one, the offense was Driving While Black. We dont know the race of the couple in this case reported by Tennessee Lookout ; but in every other respect, its eerily similar. And there was this in Washington State, as reported by the Seattle Times: Concluding a federal lawsuit that has spanned nearly a decade, a jury found Tuesday that the Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Fa
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Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.
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By Chad Dion Lassiter, MSW In our current societal landscape, where radical indifference often feels pervasive and insurmountable, its crucial to cultivate a sense of optimism. Despair, defined as a loss of hope, can paralyze us and render us ineffective in our fight for justice and civil rights. However, amidst these challenges, there are pathways to resilience, and historical figures such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Ida B.
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A new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, Understanding Care and Support Systems Opening a Social Workers View/Vision on this Global Concept, is now open for registration.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. MPs have overturned an exemption for adult social care providers from the forthcoming increase in employer national insurance contributions (NICs), in what leaders have described as a “devastating blow” to the sector. In a vote today, they rejected House of Lords amendments to the legislation introducing the NICs rise that would have exempted regulated care home and home care pr
Overcoming language barriers is crucial for strengthening intergenerational solidarity in Vietnamese American families. By supporting bilingualism, fostering shared cultural experiences, and utilizing technology, families can maintain strong bonds.
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You know that being kind to others is good for the recipient (obviously), but did you know that its also good for the giver too? Yep, thats right. Being kind to others will improve your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The government has curbed the recruitment of care staff from overseas with adults’ providers in England instead required to prioritise hiring international workers already in the country. Ministers said the measure, which comes into force on 9 April 2025, was designed to provide work for care staff who had come to England and then been exploited, leaving them without a job.
Let us commit to strengthening intergenerational solidarity in our practices. By embracing this years theme, we acknowledge the impact of those who have laid the groundwork for our profession and we pave the way for future generations to thrive.
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