ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE

Catalog description

This course focuses on the role and impact of oppression on diverse populations and service delivery systems. Through the examination of theoretical frameworks related to dynamics of power, privilege, and oppression, students, will develop knowledge and skills to enhance their ability work effectively with diverse populations. Emphasis is placed on learning anti-racist strategies to dismantle oppressive systems, use of clinical practice as a platform for advocacy efforts, and engagement and empowerment of client systems for diversity and equity inclusion at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.