Assistant Clinical Professor University of the Pacific
Combining a review of literature regarding environmental justice in social work education with a survey of MSW students’ confidence in providing therapeutic services to clients with environmental justice and climate related needs, this research serves as a baseline for curriculum development for direct practice in urban areas.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Upon completion, the participant will be able to compare the findings of this research with their own knowledge regarding environmental justice through self-reflection.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to apply the findings of this research to their own social work program by considering the level of environmental justice education provided to students.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to modify the next steps of this research to fit the needs of their social work program by assessing where environmental justice can be incorporated in their curriculum.
