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Roger Graef, acclaimed TV documentary filmmaker, dies aged 85 | Television

Veteran documentary filmmaker Roger Graef has died aged 85, Channel 4 has announced on behalf of his family. The award-winning producer and writer has had a successful career in the US and UK, making films on a wide range of social justice topics for all major UK broadcasters. Graef died peacefully on Wednesday surrounded by […]

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Social work students promote advocacy through social policy

From: Morgan VuknicCreative Services Student Writer “Advocacy is so important because there’s a lot going on in the United States and around the world right now,” said social work professor Hyong Yeom. “There are issues of racial justice, racial equity, social justice, economic justice and environmental justice. It is important for a social work student […]

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Construction of a social work program at UTPB

Leticia Haro, a student at the University of Texas in the Permian Basin, said what led her to study social work was that it aligned with her values ​​of fighting for social justice, human rights man and human dignity. Haro, who will graduate in May with a bachelor’s degree in social work, said she had […]

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South Orange social work committee begins accepting referrals from SOPD

The South Orange Community Care and Justice Committee began accepting referrals from the South Orange Police Department last month to redirect emergency calls from police to social workers, officials said. The CCJ’s outreach and community wellness team, which has already received several referrals from the police, intends to reduce the number of emergency calls directed […]

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Social Work and Law Enforcement Project Underway in Connecticut – NBC Connecticut

Connor Pollick, senior at Eastern Connecticut State University, is an intern with the Willimantic Police Department. He accompanies agents, answers calls, examines documents and makes follow-up visits. But Pollick is not a criminal justice intern. He is studying social work. “We have different skills from them and we can help people in different ways,” Pollick […]

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We need to do a better job of promoting social work as a career – The Sunflower

As a senior in WSU’s social work program, I couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else or entering another profession. While I was very happy with my decision to major in social work, I didn’t realize that was what I wanted to do until two years ago, when I was entering my first year of college. […]

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Northeastern Syria: disadvantages of the autonomous administration’s quota system based on social status

Enab Baladi – Raqqa Since its creation in 2014, the Autonomous Administration, active in northeastern Syria, has sought to constitute a political umbrella that would allow it to obtain the necessary legitimacy to participate in any negotiation or political settlement and preserve its military gains. This constant effort is affected by the formation by the […]

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Advocacy for social work is key to tackling the digital divide as a social justice issue, say authors

LAWRENCE – A professor at the University of Kansas is co-author of a new article which argues that broadband access is an issue of human rights and social justice as marginalized communities are left behind in the divide digital. The United Nations General Assembly declared Internet access as a fundamental human right in 2016. As […]

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Latinx in Social Work amplifies stories of challenges and successes of Hispanic social workers; Anthology features 21 authors who inspire and heal communities

“Latinx in Social Work: Stories that Heal, Inspire and Connect Communities” amplifies and highlights the voices of incredible Latinx social workers. The book is a # 1 Amazon bestseller. “The book is a revelation to highlight Latinx’s contributors to the quality of life of New Yorkers, outlines a blueprint for the younger generations of social […]

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Social work accreditation data | SEMO

The Social Work Major is a 63-hour professional degree that competently prepares students for entry-level professional social work practice or higher education in social work. It has a strong focus on social work values, skills and knowledge with an emphasis on social justice and diversity. A minor does not need to meet the college graduation […]

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Social Work Launches Unique and Innovative Politics and Justice Certificate Program

Social Work Students Advocate at Trenton Statehouse for Student Loan Relief. Seton Hall’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program recently launched a unique and innovative certificate program in Social Work Policy and Justice (SWPJ). No other undergraduate social work program in the country offers such an offer. Open to students of all disciplines, it incorporates […]

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Catholic Studies and Social Work Announce New Joint Program

Seton Hall’s Department of Catholic Studies, in conjunction with the Department of Social Work, announced a dual social work and Catholic studies program on September 15 that plans to have its first graduates in 2026. Director of Catholic Studies Ines Murzaku and Director of the Social Work Program Dawn Apgar are behind this new interdisciplinary […]

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Social work in the UK dramatically increases reach, enrollment and impact

LEXINGTON, Ky. (August 25, 2021) — From the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to the movement against social injustice, societal challenges have forced us to take a closer look at disparities across the country. How can we, as a society, meet these unprecedented challenges? The answer isn’t simple, but the University of Kentucky’s College of […]

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Social Status x Nike Dunk “Free Lunch”: Interview with James Whitner

When James Whitner and I last spoke, the product as a vehicle for meaningful storytelling and societal change was one of the main topics. In streetwear and sneaker culture, which is inherently political, products can convey powerful messages. The various retail spaces and brands of the Whitaker group are no strangers to this tool. In […]

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Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys can be a railroad for best practice

As the country marks the first anniversary of the murder of George Floyd by former police officer Derek Chauvin, questions about where the social justice movement will take from here continue to abound. Legislative progress to directly address the plight of black men like Floyd has been an uphill battle. The George Floyd Justice in […]

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Does social status affect gene expression? – The Quest for Reed College

Tung received her bachelor’s and doctoral degrees from Duke University, and after completing her post-doctoral degree at the University of Chicago, she returned to Duke where she now works as an associate professor of evolutionary biology and anthropology. . In 2019, Tung received a MacArthur Fellowship, more commonly known as the “Genie Grant”. Tung studies […]