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In Supreme Court Case, NASW pushes to improve the status, well-being of transgender, gender diverse, & nonbinary people

Social Work Blog

NASW, including its Tennessee Chapter, is committed to advancing policies and practices that improve the status and well-being of transgender, gender diverse, nonbinary people. NASW strongly advocates for the availability of culturally appropriate, comprehensive health and mental health services for transgender youth across their lifetime.

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Embracing Change: The Evolving Landscape of Diverse Community Leadership

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This change isn’t heralded with grand declarations but is found in the quiet resolve of individuals dedicated to understanding and embracing the diversity that surrounds them.

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How Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Schools Prepares Young People to Thrive in a Multiracial Society

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View Full Article - How Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Schools Prepares Young People to Thrive in a Multiracial Society. The hope is that public education will equip youth with what they need to reach their full potential and flourish as the next generation of citizens. To achieve this goal, most people realize that public schools […].

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Why Political Science Can and Should Lead Diversity Efforts in Higher Education

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Diversity is big business in the academy. Foundations such as Ford, Carnegie, and Robert Wood Johnson support academic efforts to diversify the professoriate; and colleges and universities across the country are investing significant resources in diversity efforts. Valeria Sinclair-Chapman.

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How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Influence Healthcare

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Healthcare organizations have a growing responsibility to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts not only for their employees, but also to better serve patients and their families. The Current State of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare. Health disparities related to diverse populations.

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Rogério M. Pinto Awarded the Diversity and Social Transformation Professorship

Michigan Social Work

Pinto has been named a University Diversity and Social Transformation Professor. Professor Rogério M. The initial appointment is for five years and also includes special faculty fellow status at NCID.

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Identifying and Responding to Resistance Around Conversations About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The New Social Worker

As the social work profession continues to engage in difficult dialogues about diversity, equity, and inclusion, many are facing resistance to this work. Resistance presents in denial-oriented, disengaged, and derailing approaches.

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