This unit aims to help graduating students develop a vision of the professional social work role and identity within contexts of change (at local, national and international levels) and uncertainty. What challenges currently face social work, and how can we work proactively within changing contexts of practice? Topics include: globalisation; the professions in context (professional identity, managerialism, case management, industrial issues); technological developments and their effects on practice; post-colonialism and social movements (human rights, identity politics, work with migrants/refugees); social development and international social work; diversity and inclusivity; citizenship... -- Course Website
Instructor: M Furlong (S)
Prerequisites: Completion of all Social Work core units from levels 1-3. (HSW314 as a prerequisite may be waived due to substantial relevant human service workplace experience as negotiated with the unit chair.)
