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Expanding Career Opportunities for Military Spouses Boosts Military Readiness

Child Care Aware

29, Child Care Aware of America (CCAoA) officially joined the Defense Departments Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program, the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) , through a formal induction ceremony.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. This event is open to the public and intended for behavioral health/healthcare providers who treat military personnel, veterans, and their families.

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How can the business community help its employees—and all workers—solve child care challenges? (Part Two)

Child Care Aware

Heres the second part of a Q and A with Child Care Aware of Americas Executive Director of Respite Care of America (RCoA) Fran Jamison and Senior Vice President of Program Impact Ariel Ford, we continue the conversation from part one regarding key takeaways from the National Child Care Innovation Summit: Business Leaders in Action and their sessions. (..)

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Child Abuse Prevention Programs: Making A Difference In Our Communities

All For Kids

As one of the largest investors in prevention in the United States, All For Kids is dedicated to protecting vulnerable children through advocacy and treatment. They may have recently been deployed from the military and struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). All For Kids is fully committed to this mission.

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Sonya Massey’s shooting is a national shame

Social Work Blog

Lastly, this deputy was discharged from the Army for serious misconduct – the details of which are confidential according to military policy. However, despite intense advocacy and social actions by the police reform community, there seems to be no end to such killings. He also had two DUI charges between 2015 and 2016.

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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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Solidarity and Support with Ukrainian Social Work Educators from the Schools of Social Work

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Due to military attacks from the ground and air, over 15 million people have already been forced to leave their homes and have become internally displaced or refugees in other countries. Ordinary life has become one of destruction and devastation of homes, infrastructure, and the entire living environment.

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