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Black Female Social Workers Leading the Anti-Racism Movement

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How a group of black female social workers are using a reflective model of group supervision to provide each other with the tools to challenge racism in their workplaces

The room was packed with black, female social workers, practice educators and lecturers listening and conversing openly, unfiltered.

Within the safety of each other’s company, they spoke of missed promotions, enduring racist remarks from professionals, feeling alienated, their traumas and the barriers they met when creating black female-only spaces.

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Unveiling the Impact on Men’s Well-Being

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Embark on a journey with me as we delve into the profound impact of neglecting emotional pain. Drawing from personal experiences, including the loss of my grandfather, a Black single father and Korean War veteran, we explore the repercussions of suppressing emotions. Learn why men’s self-care is transformative, not optional, and discover the crucial role it plays, especially for Black men navigating the complexities of racial injustice.

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‘Autistic while black’

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In this personal account, Catina Burkett shares the challenges she faces as a black woman with autism. From workplace stereotypes to the lack of representation in research, she sheds light on the need for a nuanced understanding of autism that considers race and ethnicity. Read her powerful journey of self-discovery and the quest for acknowledgment in a world that often overlooks the experiences of autistic black individuals.

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