Social Justice Approaches to Music Therapy

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Social Justice approaches to music therapy are based on the idea that not all individuals or groups in society are given fair treatment and an equal share of benefits, resources and opportunities. It explores social inequities arising from a lack of tolerance for differences and resulting in biases, discrimination, unfair treatment and violence. Social justice approaches to music therapy address social problems and promote change through advocacy for individuals, families and communities. We will explore critical theory and transformative learning, feminist theory, queer theory, critical whiteness studies, disability studies and anti-oppressive practice approaches to music therapy. Enrollment is limited to students with a program in Music Therapy. Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.