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Catie Bargerstock Receives NASW-MI’s 2021 MSW Student Leadership in Diversity Scholarship

Michigan Social Work

MSW student Catie Bargerstock is the recipient of the 2021 MSW Student Leadership in Diversity Scholarship from the Michigan Chapter of the National Association of Social Worker (NASW). Bargerstock will be honored at NASW- Michigan’s virtual Legislative, Education & Advocacy Day on October 28.

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Global Dimensions in Social Work Education

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

student competencies to “engage anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in practice (ADEI)” and “advance human rights and social, racial, economic, and environmental. Integration of advocacy and support for human rights in social work distance education curricula, research, and social work practice. GLOBAL SOCIAL ISSUES.

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Realm of the Dead - Using Art in Social Work Education and Practice

Michigan Social Work

"Realm of the Dead" is an autobiographical project that uses self-referential theater as a vehicle for self-healing and advocacy. Based on pedagogy and theater of the oppressed, it intends to advance social work research and practice, as tools of critical reflection, personal growth and advocacy.

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What Do You Know About Disability Cultural Competence?

Swhelper

Disability is also not considered as a social identity in diversity […]. As a disabled social worker myself, I often notice that the disability community is not recognized as a cultural group. View Full Article - What Do You Know About Disability Cultural Competence?

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Pinterest Assignment for the Social Work Classroom

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

The next time I teach a course on diversity and inclusion, I plan to ask students to create a board about a culture different from their own, and then find someone who identifies with that culture from outside the class to review for feedback. This assignment can easily be incorporated across multiple courses in a sequence.

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?NASW Member Voices: Supreme Courts Ends Affirmative Action. What are the Implications?

Social Work Blog

In addition to these groups, women are included as beneficiaries of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Corporate America has been receptive to diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Diversity, equity and inclusion programs at businesses could be threatened by ruling.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Additionally, you may refer clients to other resources and professionals, including support groups and medical practitioners, based on their diverse needs. Client Advocacy Client advocacy is a core aspect of social work, reflecting a commitment to improving the lives of those who may face challenges in advocating for themselves.