Happy Adoption Month! Do you want to be involved in foster care and adoption, but don't know where to start or what to do? Here's how to start!
Adoption Month: How You Can Make a Difference
Books Every Social Worker Needs | My Library
Hello all! As promised, and with many book purchases, I have a new list of the books in my library, all social work, criminal justice, social sciences related. I hope you enjoy, and find a good read that sparks interest and growth!! Feel free to leave a comment if you have a favorite that's not... Continue Reading →
Why Victims in Domestic Violence Relationships Stay
If you are a person in a domestically violent relationship, please know that there are resources available to you when you are ready. You may reach out the National Domestic Violence Hotline on their website here, as well as call the Hotline number at: 1-800-799-7233 OR 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). Trigger warning for the following content as it... Continue Reading →
Why People Ignore the Horrors of Reality
For a long time, my heart has hurt for black families that have had sons killed by police officers, children molested by the family friend that everyone loves and trusts, and refugees seeking asylum in the United States due to war and death in their home country. I could never understand why it seems so... Continue Reading →
Advocacy 101: Going to Bat for Your Client
Advocacy is a widely talked about topic, but how exactly is advocacy accomplished? Below, advocacy will be broken down and tips for fighting for your client base or individual client at all levels will be provided. Feel free to comment some of your own advocacy tips, and how you work with various populations. What is... Continue Reading →