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Making the Invisibility of Social Work Interventions in Climate Issues Visible: Varied activities of a profession with a deep history of activities aimed at environmental justice

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Social work educator teaching green social work, including research on climate change and coproduction through community engagement in Croatia. Nepal School of Social Work Students learn about green social work and sustainable interventions in all types of disasters including climate change.

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12 Things I Learned from Teaching a New Class: Disaster Social Work – An Anti-Racist Lens

Social Work Futures

Creative ways of anticipating future needs and engaging local communities in planning are featured, and tensions present in this kind of work as it co-exists with other vital, urgent and important social, political and economic needs. A terrific variety of other types of final projects resulted as well.

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Social Worker Home Visit Checklist to Take Note Of

Social Work Haven

It can be customised and expanded upon to suit the specific needs and objectives of the social work organisation or agency. What do social services look for in a home check or visit? To maximise this opportunity, social services workers should employ a comprehensive checklist to gather vital information during visits.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. Researcher : Some social workers engage in research to better understand social issues, evaluate programs, and inform policy development.

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Disability Justice and Other Concerns: The January Issue of Social Work Is Online

Social Work Blog

On the Frontlines: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Social Workers’ Well-Being. The crisis created by the spread of COVID-19 brought increasing needs and referrals to social welfare services in many countries. The Experiences of Caretaking and Financial Stress among Social Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Simple Guide on Safeguarding Children and Child Protection

Social Work Haven

Safeguarding Children & Child Protection As a society, we have a duty to protect and promote the welfare of children and young people. Social work plays a vital role in child safeguarding, providing support and intervention to vulnerable children and their families. What is safeguarding and protection of children?

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Guide to Applying Systemic Practice in Social Work

Social Work Haven

Social workers gain a greater understanding of how people may be affected by their surroundings, relationships and community, which helps them develop interventions that can have a positive impact. What is an example of a system theory in social work? What are the limitations of systemic theory in social work?