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Promoting Pluralism in Practice: Social Work at the Intersection of Truth, Power, and Responsibility
NAFEES ALAM, University of Nebraska
MATTHEW WATSON, ProSocial Workers
TIFFANIE JONES, Howard University
Moderated by: ELIZABETH SPIEVAK, Bridgewater State University
This panel brings together leaders from the Heterodox Social Work Community and ProSocial Workers to explore how viewpoint diversity and open inquiry can strengthen social work. Panelists share strategies and tools, such as continuing education resources and methods for fostering constructive dialogue, to promote intellectual humility and uphold ethical principles amid increasing polarization.
Promoting Pluralism in Practice: Social Work at the Intersection of Truth, Power, and Responsibility
NAFEES ALAM, University of Nebraska
MATTHEW WATSON, ProSocial Workers
TIFFANIE JONES, Howard University
Moderated by: ELIZABETH SPIEVAK, Bridgewater State University
This panel brings together leaders from the Heterodox Social Work Community and ProSocial Workers to explore how viewpoint diversity and open inquiry can strengthen social work. Panelists share strategies and tools, such as continuing education resources and methods for fostering constructive dialogue, to promote intellectual humility and uphold ethical principles amid increasing polarization.
