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Racism driving black and minority ethnic social workers into agency work, finds research

Community Care

Minoritised staff in London and the South East said they felt forced to leave council posts because of “poor experiences, lack of support and economic necessity”, said the report of the 2022-23 Big Listen survey, carried out by the sector-led children’s services improvement bodies for the two regions.

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Neglect, deflect, then scapegoat those you’ve exploited: that’s what passes for UK immigration policy | Nesrine Malik

The Guardian

Because these apparently vexingly high numbers are, to a large extent, the outcome of economic and political decisions that mean we invite immigrants to fill labour gaps that policymakers either did not anticipate, or ignored warnings about.

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If the Murdoch press is so panicked about recession, why did it back austerity and Brexit? | Polly Toynbee

The Guardian

As Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak slug it out for PM, rightwing papers are waking up to the looming economic catastrophe The gloves are off and it’s bare-knuckle, below-the-belt slugging. No use now saying she was “ misrepresented ” yet again: she’s been panicked into promising her own emergency budget.

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How to Build a Customized Employment Program

Relias

The goals of customized employment Customized employment aims to harmonize the requirements of local businesses with the preferences, abilities, and employment conditions of job seekers. Subsequently, the team collaborates to formulate “Lists of 20,” comprising 20 distinct businesses aligned with each theme.

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President Biden intends to appoint social worker Mia Ives-Rublee to Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders

Social Work Blog

She is a well-known advocate for disability justice and inclusion at nonprofit organizations and businesses in the United States.

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The ASASWEI International Social Work Conference, Conference’23

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Moreover, the global community is also grappling with complex socio-economic, political, religious, and environmental challenges, which directly and indirectly impact South Africa negatively. Hence, the role of the social work profession cannot be overstated. Our goal is to protect human lives and promote justice and sustainable change.

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The film Listener shows the tension – and rewards – of crisis hotline work

Social Work Blog

The film also alluded to the increased demand for mental health services due to the isolation an economic uncertainty spawned by the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s a busy night,” Beth says to one caller. “They always are. Right now, it’s busier than ever.”