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- International Social Work Research: Some Lessons Learned
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Pages: 155 - 158
Abstract: Several years ago, I was introduced to international social work research in Cairo, Egypt. John Turner, the late former dean of the School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill connected me with the Near East Foundation and their affiliate, the Center for Social Development, an NGO with projects in Egypt that focused on poverty reduction and community development. We discussed many issues that were relatively new then, but common now: microenterprise development, community-based banking, sustainable agriculture, and women’s empowerment. But the thing that stood out was the tractor.
PubDate: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad010
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- Looks Matter: Are U.S. Schools of Social Work Representing Diversity on
Their Websites'-
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Pages: 159 - 170
Abstract: Public administration researchers have found that passive diversity leads to active diversity. However, whether this relationship holds in schools of social work is uncertain. Understanding this relationship in schools of social work can inform methods used by schools of social work to foster diversity and inclusion.
Authors examined the relationship between passive and active diversity representation among 31 randomly selected school of social work websites. Quantitative content analysis revealed that the three most common passive diversity characteristics were (1) having tenure-track faculty of color, (2) images of diverse persons, and (3) faculty with diversity-focused research. The top three active diversity characteristics were (1) no GRE admissions requirement, (2) a woman dean/director, and (3) scholarship/fellowships opportunities. Least represented were student demographics and pronouns in faculty profiles. Most notable bivariate findings were the positive associations between a dean/director of color and tenured faculty of color and the relationship between faculty with diversity-focused research and tenured faculty of color. Greater representation of deans/directors of color in schools of social work is critical for the career advancement of faculty of color. To attract more faculty of color, schools of social work should use their websites to promote hiring opportunities for scholars conducting diversity-focused research. Future research exploring additional diversity characteristics on schools of social work websites and whether these characteristics translate to more inclusive environments is needed.
PubDate: Sat, 08 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad012
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- Engaging Victims of Child Sex Trafficking: Training for Child Welfare
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Pages: 171 - 181
Abstract: AbstractChild sex trafficking (CST) is the exploitation through commercial sex of a minor under 18. Federal law requires state child welfare agencies to respond and provide services to victims of CST. Social workers report lacking an understanding of state and federal law related to human trafficking, as well as resources for victims, and are often inadequately trained for identifying and serving survivors. As part of a CST awareness training including lecture, discussion, and game-based learning, child welfare workers were surveyed on their knowledge about CST and their self-efficacy in serving and engaging with survivors. Regression analyses showed that the training was associated with a positive change from pre- to posttest, on both knowledge (R2 = .472) and self-efficacy (R2 =.381), even when controlling for gender, race, experience, pretest knowledge, and position. Interactive trainings for child welfare workers on child trafficking survivor engagement that use a victim-centered, strengths-based lens are a promising practice.
PubDate: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad008
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- A Mixed-Methods Study of the Experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People
of Color MSW Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic-
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Pages: 182 - 194
Abstract: AbstractFew studies have explored the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) MSW students during the pandemic. The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to examine the experiences of BIPOC MSW students in a predominantly white institution in the Northeast during the pandemic and how it affected their mental health. Findings presented were drawn from 29 students who participated in online surveys and focus groups. About 69% of our sample experienced psychological distress, with higher proportions among those who identified as Latine/Latinx, womxn, straight, first-generation, full-time and part-time students, and clinical students. Qualitative findings highlighted three main themes: (1) the experiences and needs of white MSW students were prioritized, (2) inconsistencies in the response to the pandemic forced students to advocate for themselves in their classes and field placements, and (3) virtual learning provided a reprieve for students from experiencing racism that helped improve their perceived well-being. Findings indicate that MSW programs need to commit to acknowledging how systemic racism affects the learning experiences of BIPOC MSW students, work toward dismantling these oppressive structures, and allocate resources that center the health and well-being of BIPOC students and their lived experiences.
PubDate: Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad011
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- Factors Associated with Resilience among MSW Students in the Face of the
COVID-19 Pandemic-
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Pages: 195 - 205
Abstract: COVID-19 continues to affect the general population, and its impact on MSW students is unknown. Therefore, this study aims to examine resilience, attachment, and other mental health constructs among MSW students during COVID-19. U.S. MSW program directors were emailed the electronic surveys to distribute to their MSW students.
Authors evaluated the bivariate relationship between the variables and conducted a multiple hierarchical regression predicting resilience. The findings suggest that individuals with higher levels of resilience have lower levels of depression and PTSD. Finally, attachment avoidance, attachment anxiety, and self-efficacy were statistically significant predictors of resilience in the hierarchical regression. This study adds to the literature on how MSW students have been impacted by COVID-19 stressors and the role resilience, self-efficacy, and attachment styles have in terms of mental health outcomes during the pandemic. These results are important when considering interventions to assist MSW students during and after the pandemic, especially regarding stress reduction and student success.
PubDate: Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad009
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- A Green Social Work Study of Environmental and Social Justice in an
Australian River Community-
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Pages: 207 - 219
Abstract: AbstractIn Australia the impacts of climate change are resulting in considerable water scarcity, a scenario affecting the green and blue spaces that provide well-recognized individual health benefits. However, far less is known about the social health benefits of these spaces, particularly for those residing in rural Australian river communities. In this geographic context, water issues are compounded by a dominant culture that privileges the commodification of water for agricultural purposes over other interests. Using an environmental justice perspective consistent with a green social work approach, this proof-of-concept study contributes a critical element to water debates by examining the cultural, recreational, and environmental meanings of water for the rural river community of Mildura. Results from an online mixed-methods questionnaire (N = 33) show that people privileged cultural meanings of water as fundamental to life, were concerned for river health, and felt marginalized in water debates. Findings suggest that understanding communities’ hydrosocial relationships is key to environmentally and socially just water management and to individual, community, and environmental health. Social work can contribute to such environmental issues by working collaboratively to enable communities to exercise their voices and to advocate to decision makers to include consideration of environmental, social, and cultural impact.
PubDate: Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad013
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
- A Critical Content Analysis of Multiracial Content at Society for Social
Work and Research, 2009–2022-
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Pages: 220 - 225
Abstract: Recent efforts to examine and eliminate systemic racism in social work research needs to be inclusive of monoracism or racism specifically targeting individuals and families living multiracially, which includes mixed-race or multiracial persons, interracial couples, and transracial families. Akin to racism, monoracism is embedded within similar essentialist notions of race that seek to further extend white supremacy by privileging whiteness and normalizing single-race identities and families (Harris, 2017; Jackson & Samuels, 2019). Systemic monoracism in social work can be evidenced by a general absence of content on multiraciality in our professional knowledge base (Jackson, 2022).
PubDate: Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
DOI: 10.1093/swr/svad007
Issue No: Vol. 47, No. 3 (2023)
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