The New Social Worker - Social Work Month 2020 Call for Submissions
The New Social Worker magazine is seeking submissions for the Social Work Month Project 2020. Submit essays and photos in selected categories by January 29, 2020. Read more
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Ethics Alive! Responding to NASW’s Professional Review Process
You receive a notice that someone has issued a request for professional review, claiming you have breached the NASW Code of Ethics. What are your next steps? This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. Read more
In the Field - To Self-Disclose or Not To Self-Disclose: That Question Is Too Simple
The social work literature typically frames self-disclosure as a complex and controversial use-of-self practice. Inquiring minds still want to know: "Should I do it or not?" That question is too simple. Read more
Photo by J. Lawrence Dixon.
The Self-Reflective Rover: A Brief Glimpse at Travel Social Work
Travel social workers work at short-term assignments in a variety of locations. Travel allows much time for self-reflection and growth. Read more
Your Social Work Career Coach: Prepare for the Questions They’ll Ask at Your Social Work Job Interview
Be ready for various interview formats and behavioral interviewing. Your Social Work Career Coach Jennifer Luna provides sample interview questions to help you prepare for your social work job interview. Read more
Social Work Tech Notes: Self-Care Apps for Social Workers - Better Living Through Mobility
Stephen asked social workers on Twitter what self-care apps they use. Most common were meditation and fitness apps. Read more
RETRACTION: Calling In Call-Out Culture: Social Workers Having Difficult Conversations Ethically on Social Media
Retraction of article originally published in the Winter 2020 issue. Read more
Social Work in a Camouflaged Life
Military spouses in social work face challenges such as needing to learn new local resources every few years, licensure mobility, and frequent termination with clients. Read more
Book Review: Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think and Do
The New Social Worker's book review of Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think and Do Read more
Book Review: How To Be an Antiracist
The New Social Worker's book review of How To Be an Antiracist. Read more
Book Review: People and Climate Change
The New Social Worker's book review of People and Climate Change: Vulnerability, Adaptation, and Social Justice Read more
Book Review: Old and High
The New Social Worker's book review of Old and High: A Guide to Understanding the Neuroscience and Psychotherapeutic Treatment of Baby Boom Adults’ Substance Use, Abuse, and Misuse Read more
Book Review: The Hospice Team: Who We Are and How We Care
The New Social Worker's book review of The Hospice Team: Who We Are and How We Care Read more
by Wendy G. Turner
Three Art Pieces - Racism, Homophobia, and Sexism
Art is a powerful means of expression. These three art pieces by social work educator Wendy Turner address issues of racism, homophobia, and sexism. Read more
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