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Social work supervision of school safeguarding leads has no impact on appropriate referral levels – study

Community Care

A scheme to provide school designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) with supervision from social workers has had no impact on measured outcomes, research has revealed. This should include: Referring cases of suspected abuse and neglect to children’s social care as required and supporting other staff who make referrals.

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School of Social Work’s Centennial Timeline Wins CASE Award

Michigan Social Work

The School of Social Work’s marketing and web teams have won a Best of CASE District V Award for the School’s Centennial Timeline Project. The timeline depicts the School’s history from its origins to its current position as one of the world’s most prominent schools of social work.

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Helping Schools Motivate Parents to Participate in their Child’s Autism Education Plan

Relias

She has worked as a school psychologist in public schools in New York and as a clinical psychologist in various clinic settings. Oftentimes, children diagnosed with ASD are unable to communicate their needs and wants effectively. How can schools effectively motivate parents to participate in their child’s autism education plan?

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Exploring the Benefits of Group Work in the School Setting

University of Connecticut

By providing targeted support, school social workers can contribute to a more positive and conducive learning environment. This workshop will highlight ways in which group work can enhance social and emotional well-being, foster a sense of community, and contribute to overall academic success.

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Macro Social Workers Gather at the Brown School

Beyond Advocacy

Scores of macro practice social workers and students will gather at the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis-based community and organization development consulting firm that helps individuals, groups, and organizations, find their paths to empowerment. Recognized as a visionary strategist and master communicator, Ms.

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How to take action and improve the public’s perception of social work

Community Care

, and go and speak to year 10 students and sixth formers who are thinking about career choices – go back to your old school and to local schools. Ensure a steady supply of press releases to local newspapers; also use social media to communicate successes.

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24th ICSD Biennial Conference

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Rajagiri College of Social Sciences (Autonomous) and the International Consortium for Social Development are thrilled to announce the 24th ICSD Biennial Conference, themed “Innovations in Social Work and Social Development: Uniting Communities across the Globe for Sustainable Change,” on January 8-10, 2025.