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Brief Reflections on ‘The Beginner’- John Lewis Christmas Advert 2022

Irish Socail Worker

In recent years, the warm and fuzzy sentimentality has met the naked consumerism aspect of Christmas in one medium, The John Lewis Christmas ad. The more cynical mind may dismiss the messages and sentiments in these ads as exploitative capitalism. The content of the ad leading up to that point now all makes sense.

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A Window on Christmas

The Vintage Social Worker

The dark dank days of November and December are only brightened for most of us by the prospect of Christmas. The expectation of a light-bright, warm fun-filled Christmas with our families, presents wrapped with jolly paper and love. Is this the same sentiment as that Victorian Christmas card? Here comes the BUT!…

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News Items – March 3, 2022

Social Workers Speak

We’re increasing the amount of people who are seeking out and finding some healing,” she added. Jay Ratia is a member, and on the Legislative Committee of NASW-NC: TikTok makes changes as concerns mount over social media’s impact on teens during pandemic. It’s not reality.

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John Lewis advert’s focus on fostering is inspiring | Letters

The Guardian

Jacqui Shurlock of the Fostering Network applauds the retailer’s Christmas ad for highlighting the importance of kindness and human connection.

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NCCPR family preservation news and commentary round-up for the year 2023, Part Two

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

But when Christmas vacation came around, he does not return. Then the Globe editorial page added additional reporting in this excellent commentary. Later the jury added $50 million in punitive damages. Called simply, The Landlord and the Tenant It’s a story about the failings of family policing, and so much more.