Social Work Month Project for 2025
Embracing Ubuntu: Fostering Compassion and Action Through African Philosophy
As social workers think deeply about the “dignity and worth of the person,” we are reminded of the African philosophy “Ubuntu,” which emphasizes the interconnectedness of individuals with their surroundings and physical world.
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The Impact of Language Barriers on Intergenerational Solidarity in Vietnamese American Families
Overcoming language barriers is crucial for strengthening intergenerational solidarity in Vietnamese American families. By supporting bilingualism, fostering shared cultural experiences, and utilizing technology, families can maintain strong bonds.
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Fostering Intergenerational Connections: The Role of Continuing Day Treatments in Promoting Well-Being Across Generations
The most effective treatment I have had the honor of witnessing is the power of community. Continuing Day Treatments utilize a milieu approach to allow clients to form communities they often don’t have elsewhere.
Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity With Social Workers at the Helm
Social workers are vital in bridging generational gaps in a world where disconnection is common. Rising independence and isolation threaten societal cohesion.
Intergenerational Connections: The Interplay of Mentorship and Social Justice in Social Work
Let us commit to strengthening intergenerational solidarity in our practices. By embracing this year’s theme, we acknowledge the impact of those who have laid the groundwork for our profession and we pave the way for future generations to thrive.
Social Workers Are Elphaba
Elphaba is a symbol of hope for us, as social workers, because she reminds us that we do not have to conform to societal standards and expectations. We weren’t meant to fit the mold; we were meant to break it!
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Self-Care A-Z: March Is Social Work Month—Connecting Compassion and Action Through Self-Care
Self-care is not ancillary to action; it’s essential. Thus, we propose an essential corollary equation: Self-Compassion X Self-Care = Action that is Sustainable, Ethical, Effective, & Exponential.
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Ethics Alive! The Ethics of “Compassion and Action” in Social Work
Compassion is not explicitly mentioned in the NASW Code of Ethics. Still, its essence is embedded in our core values. In a world increasingly marked by disconnection, division, and misunderstanding, the need for compassion and action is vital.
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Compassion + Action: The Threads of Our Stories and Our Work
When we weave together pieces of our identity and values, we create a colorful tapestry that represents how we show up in the world. This is a lifelong process, and it is messy.
The Compassion of My Foster Mother—The Late Mrs. Ruth Alexandra Cox
I went from being left out on a stoop in Brooklyn, and feeling worthless and abandoned, to being rescued and healed. Social work initiated the rescue, and my foster mother, the late Mrs. Ruth Alexandra Cox, was the healer.
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Compassion: A Conversation From the Heart
Let’s pause for a moment. What would it feel like if compassion was fully integrated into your daily life—not just as a value, but as a living experience? How would it shape the way you talk to yourself, make decisions, and move through the world?
Social Work Month Project for 2025: Thank You for Your Compassion and Action
Social Work: Compassion+Action. THANK you for your vital work in challenging times, every day, every month. Please spend Social Work Month with us at The New Social Worker. Follow us all month (March 2025) to celebrate the social work profession.
