The Weekly 5 in Social Work, 10/8/16

     This week in social work, stories that will affect social workers directly, public figures taking a stand for social justice, and social media efforts aimed at mental health.

UGA School of Social Work Receives $2.6 million to benefit students

     The $2.6 million gift will benefit more than 50 students annually.

Striking California social workers address concerns

     Hundreds turned out to picket for better wages and staffing.

READ: Joan Baez combines Music and Social Justice

     An interview with the artist who has injected social issues into her music for more than 40 years.

White House's South by South Lawn program features activism, social justice speakers

      Congressman John Lewis asks attendees, “How Do We Make Change?”

New Hashtag emerges aimed at mental health of black males

     In the wake of a major hip-hop star’s depression diagnosis, black males are asking each other “#YouGoodMan?”