DIVERSITY, OPPRESSION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE IN SOCIAL WORK

SOCWORK 275

Topics will vary, reflecting new issues and trends in social justice, social welfare, or social work.

SOCWORK 316

Theory and practice of social justice. Concepts of justice, values and ethics, critical theoretical frameworks, and practical strategies for organizing and advocacy provide the building blocks for this discussion based applied course. Concrete examples of ongoing theory and practice at the local, state, national, and global levels. Advocacy and organizing skills in projects relating to individual priorities.

SOCWORK 640

Foundational knowledge for generalist social work practice in a multicultural society. Examines the experiences of diverse populations with interpersonal and institutional oppression, and implications are drawn for social policy.

SOCWORK 639

Affirming social work practice with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, queer, intersex, asexual, Two-Spirit, and other LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and communities.

SOCWORK 840

Explore multiple approaches social workers use to foster social justice across organizations, communities, and societal levels. Practice advanced skills for addressing complex macro level practice issues.