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Interactive Workshop

Field Education

Low Barrier Services for Communities: Public Libraries and Social Work Practicum Partnerships

Social work students have been placed in public libraries for over a decade, providing low-barrier services to community members by meeting people where they are. This presentation will showcase innovative ways social work student interns can engage with the community to lower barriers to services in a variety of settings.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
  1. Upon completion, the participant will be able to demonstrate an understanding of creative ways to engage in low-barrier service provision, including digital equity, restorative justice, and community collaborations.
  2. Upon completion, the participant will be able to identify micro, mezzo, and macro practice opportunities within library social work internships.
  3. Upon completion, the participant will be able to develop strategies to incorporate low-barrier opportunities for their students in practicum placements.