Tue.Jun 18, 2024

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Upholding Human Rights: Social Work’s Commitment to Internally Displaced People on International Refugee Day

International Federation of Social Workers

As the number of refugees worldwide has surged to 120 million, the vast majority, 68 million, are internally displaced people (IDPs).

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Celebrating Juneteenth 2024

University of Connecticut

Dear Colleagues, The Juneteenth holiday, which UConn will observe on Wednesday, June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when the Union army delivered the news that the last community of enslaved Americans in Galveston, Texas, were free. Long recognized as a day of celebration by the African American community, Juneteenth became a holiday in the state of Connecticut in 2023.

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Guinea-Bissau Hosts First Successful National Conference of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

(Leia esta notícia em português) The first National Conference of Social Workers in Guinea-Bissau was held on May 23-24, 2024, at the ENA Conference Hall.

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All About the Angoff Score

Relias

Here at Relias, we receive countless inquiries about the Angoff (pass/fail) score displayed on our Relias clinical assessment results pages. Relias follows a rigorous process for the creation of our Comprehensive Assessment Library that involves in-depth panels of subject matter experts who follow the recommendations set forth by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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Guinea-Bissau Hosts Successful First National Conference of Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

(Leia esta notícia em português) The first National Conference of Social Workers in Guinea-Bissau was held on May 23-24, 2024, at the ENA Conference Hall.

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How to Use Motivational Interviewing to Elicit Change Talk

Relias

As a behavioral health professional, knowing how to recognize and respond to change talk, or clients expressing their desire to change, is crucial, as it can significantly influence positive behavior changes for your clients. By guiding individuals through reflection and exploration, motivational interviewing seeks to empower them to embrace positive transformations in their lives.

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore does the right thing!

Social Work Blog

By Mel Wilson, NASW Senior Policy Advisor Maryland Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland on June 17 announced he will pardon more than 175,000 residents who were convicted for possessing marijuana. Gov. Wes Moore This is one of the most expansive efforts ever in our nation to right the wrongs of criminal convictions of Marylanders for the nonviolent offense of simple possession of cannabis.

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2024 BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients

University of Connecticut

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the School of Social Work is able to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to our BSW and MSW students each academic year. These scholarships not only help students meet their financial obligations but also recognize their academic achievements and contributions to the social work profession. Congratulations to our scholarship recipients!

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