This presentation highlights the evolution and significance of the disability justice movement, emphasizing its theoretical foundations and contemporary contributions to social work knowledge. It underlines the intersectionality within social work practice and the importance of integrating disability justice into social work education in alignment with the CSWE EPAS 2015 competencies.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Understand the theoretical foundations of the disability justice movement within the context of social work.
Identify contemporary contributions to the disability justice movement within social work and how they address intersections of disability with other identity factors.
Analyze challenges and opportunities for further incorporating disability justice into social work education and practice.
