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On Equity-Minded Practice as a Framework for Social Workers

The New Social Worker

The authors propose a broad definition of equity-minded social work practice, with five areas of action social workers can take. Doing equity-minded work needs to take place at multiple levels, meaning personal, interpersonal, and professional.

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On Being Anti-Racist as a White Social Worker

The New Social Worker

As social workers, we cannot be neutral. Consider how you benefit from, and even uphold, conscious and unconscious biases, as well as structural racism. This is life-long work.

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Is the DSW Degree a Good Fit for You?

The New Social Worker

Doctor of Social Work (DSW) programs are on the rise. What is a DSW? DSWs are advanced practitioners who are scholar practitioners. Is this the path for you?

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Do You Have Any Questions for Us? What To Ask at Your Social Work Job Interview

The New Social Worker

Here’s what to ask and what not to ask. The social work job interview is your time to shine. Asking thoughtful questions will make you stand out from other applicants.

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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Facing Myself in a Racist Nation

The New Social Worker

In preparing a class discussion on racism, social work student Chameli Singh found that she first had to face herself and reflect on emotions about microaggressions and discrimination she has experienced.

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How Does ASWB Guard Against Bias on the Social Work Licensing Exams?

The New Social Worker

Items on the ASWB social work licensing exams go through several steps before appearing on an exam, including Differential Item Functioning (DIF) analysis. Steps include practice analysis, standard setting, item development, and form development.

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Book Review: Poorly Understood: What America Gets Wrong About Poverty

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker book review of Poorly Understood: What America Gets Wrong About Poverty

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Social Work Tech Notes - Beyond Pushing Buttons: Social Workers and the Need To Anticipate the Future of Tech

The New Social Worker

Stephen Cummings writes on technology, revisions to the NASW Code of Ethics, and the future.

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Announcement of Changes for The New Social Worker for 2022

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker is changing formats. Beginning in 2022, the magazine will be published exclusively in web format.

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Book Review: Automating Inequality: How High-Tech Tools Profile, Police, and Punish the Poor

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker book review of Automating Inequality: How High-Tech Tools Profile, Police, and Punish the Poor.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.

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Book Review: The End of Social Work: A Defense of the Social Worker in Times of Transformation

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker book review of The End of Social Work: A Defense of the Social Worker in Times of Transformation.

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Book Review: Unglued: A Bipolar Love Story

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker book review of Unglued: A Bipolar Love Story.

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Demographic Pass-Rate Data Release Under Discussion

The New Social Worker

Over the last 18 months, demographic data related to licensing exam pass rates has been a topic of discussion and increased scrutiny. The ASWB Board of Directors is continually revisiting the question of demographic data release.

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