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Board Member’s Career Trajectory Changed During Internship

Social Work Blog

“When I started an MSW program at Boston College, my plan was to work in HIV/AIDS, with the immigrant population here in Boston or maybe to go back to Ethiopia,” he says. “I His previous work experience includes serving as dean of Academic Support Services at MIT and adjunct professor in several MSW programs.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

In addition, there is a need to ensure that 988 services are inclusive to diverse and historically marginalized groups such as LGBTQIA + individuals, youth, rural populations, and Black, Latin, A/O/X, Indigenous, Asian, and Pacific Islanders and People of Color. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work.

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Celebrate Black History Month with NASW Press—20% Off Select NASW Press Books and eBooks!

Social Work Blog

_ In the past 30 years, the United States has undergone an unprecedented and accelerated growth in the diversity of its population. These changes affect all elements of our society, underscoring the need for an informed and knowledgeable public that can understand, respect, and communicate with people of diverse backgrounds.

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The Language of Gratitude

American Board of Clinical Social Work

As a new Board Director of the American Board of Clinical Social Work, I find myself grateful to be part of an elite group of clinical social workers that focuses on advancing our profession. When there are limitations in the social aspect of an individual’s life and vice versa (i.e.,

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NASW Member Voices: Considering a career in addiction social work? Here is what you should know

Social Work Blog

Large hospital systems typically employ LMSW social workers because they have demonstrated clinical acumen and the ability to navigate practice scenarios. So why should students enter the realm of clinical social work in addiction? How addiction social workers work with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

Addressing Diversity in PTSD Treatment: Clinical Considerations and Guidance for the Treatment of PTSD in LGBTQ Populations . Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social work. Financial resources are not available, but information on how to access benefits and assistance is easily found on the website. Prepared by.

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Visibility through Intersectionality

American Board of Clinical Social Work

The case for a cultural humility framework in social work practice. Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work, 30(6), 463-4. Close encounters of three kinds: On teaching dominance feminism and intersectionality. link] Gottlieb, M. link] White House (2023). Transgender Day of Visibility.