{"title":"Anti-racism and equity-mindedness in social work field education: a systematic review","authors":"Candice C. Beasley, M. I. Singh, K. Drechsler","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1991868","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1991868","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The purpose of this article is for schools of social work to critically evaluate their Field Education Programs for practices that impede anti-racist and equity-minded learning environments. This systematic review synthesizes the literature over the last decade to examine literature that may assist with field education evaluation. After reviewing the literature, five studies were located that addressed anti-racism within social work education; however, zero evaluative tools were located. Therefore, the authors have compiled a series of evaluative questions, as part of an initial evaluative tool, in the critical examination of anti-racist and equity-mindedness in their field education departments.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"31 1","pages":"173 - 185"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-10-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43799874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Navigating culture and sexuality: what social workers need to know","authors":"Carlos E. Gerena","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1986447","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1986447","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Familismo, a central theme in the Latino community, is viewed as protective factors by providing support, loyalty, and cohesion. However, for Latino gay men, it can also create hurdles and lead to mental health challenges when coming out to family members. Despite mental health concerns, receiving treatment is viewed as a stigma within the community. As a result, their mental health needs go unaddressed, putting them at risk of long-term effects. This practice corner highlights current gaps in research while emphasizing the need for culturally appropriate interventions for the population. It also offers implications for future research.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"261 - 267"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44053827","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lorien S. Jordan, Desiree M. Seponski, Stephanie E. Armes, S. Young
{"title":"A sociopolitical response to vicarious witnessing: testimonial therapy","authors":"Lorien S. Jordan, Desiree M. Seponski, Stephanie E. Armes, S. Young","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1990816","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1990816","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Vicarious witnessing is an emergent focus for social workers who support highly traumatized communities. Research indicates that indirectly witnessing another person’s trauma narrative can lead to internalizing those narratives resulting in adverse emotional, relational, and somatic symptoms. In this Practice Corner, we reconceptualize testimonial therapy as a strategy to foster wellbeing among service providers who support clients with trauma. Providing the background of testimonial therapy, we follow with an outline of the process. Finally, we conclude with a discussion and rationale for its use with social workers.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"268 - 272"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47535583","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Caste: the origins of our discontents","authors":"F. Doherty","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1980931","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1980931","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"31 1","pages":"313 - 314"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43893637","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A scoping review of Chinese families caring for a relative with mental illness","authors":"A. W. C. Poon, Alyssa Cassidy","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1964120","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1964120","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Families may experience the negative impact of caring for a relative with a mental illness. With a growing number of Chinese people living in many countries, no recent review has been conducted to analyze the literature concerning the caregiving experience of Chinese families and possible family interventions to support them. A scoping review was conducted to identify relevant peer-reviewed articles published in the last 10 years. A total of 48 articles were found describing the experience of caregiving and family interventions. The opportunities for social work to advance research and practice with Chinese families are discussed.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"31 1","pages":"1 - 15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46407455","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The experiences of foreign-born female academics (FBFA): a photo-elicitation analysis","authors":"A. Moore, Andrea Laurent-Simpson, S. Moore","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1964118","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1964118","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT This article reports on a study that examined the lived experience of 15 foreign-born female university faculty members through the qualitative research methodology called photo elicitation. The article investigates ways in which intersectionality, social marginality, and resilience offer a framework for understanding the participants’ lived experiences of being foreign-born, female, and academic in the United States. Findings demonstrate that as non-native-born women, the faculty members faced multi-faceted challenges in both personal and professional realms. Implications for the role of social work advocacy and higher education policy advocacy are discussed.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"197 - 209"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44342793","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Berta Chavez, R. Lucio, Leticia Villarreal Sosa, Elizabeth Vaquera
{"title":"The reality of a journey: what school social workers need to know about the experiences of Latinx undocumented youth","authors":"Berta Chavez, R. Lucio, Leticia Villarreal Sosa, Elizabeth Vaquera","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1964121","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1964121","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT This study used qualitative interviews to look at the experiences of undocumented youth’s journey to the United States. We examined challenges faced upon arrival, trauma at home and on the journey, and the impact on their life in the U.S. Our findings indicate that all participants had traumatic experiences that impacted family, education, and daily functioning. School social workers are well-placed to assist undocumented youth in addressing these traumatic experiences and can be paramount to increasing their emotional stability by creating safe spaces to learn and to use healthy coping strategies while adjusting to a new culture.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"223 - 234"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45051220","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Harnessing mobile technology to support type 2 diabetes self-management among Chinese and Hispanic immigrants: a mixed-methods acceptability study","authors":"Kexin Yu, Shinyi Wu, Ruotong Liu, I. Chi","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1949775","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949775","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Immigrant populations are more likely to suffer a significant amount of distress caused by type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Mobile health applications (mHealth apps) make T2DM self-care knowledge and tools more accessible, which holds promise to improve diabetes outcomes among immigrants. The social distancing protocol and concerns about virus spread in healthcare facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic further highlights the value of mobile technology to facilitate T2DM self-care management among underserved populations. This study examined Chinese and Hispanic immigrants’ acceptability for adopting a mHealth app to facilitate T2DM self-management. This study used an embedded mixed methods design. Surveys were completed by 118 participants to understand their status quo of using mobile technology. Smartphones were used by 72.88% of respondents, and among them, the frequency of use was almost every day. Half participants had not used technology for health-related purposes. Then, semi-structured interviews with sixteen Chinese and eight Hispanic participants were completed to delve into intentions, facilitators, and barriers for adopting a T2DM app for tracking self-management. Performance expectancy and effort expectancy appeared to influence participants’ intention to use the app. Family to provide technical support was an essential facilitator, while poor eyesight was a major barrier. These findings showed that Chinese and Hispanic immigrants were conditionally accepting a mobile application for T2DM self-management. Developing smartphone apps meeting performance and effort expectancies and addressing the technical support and eyesight issues are critical to adoption of mHealth to reduce T2DM disparities among Chinese and Hispanic immigrants.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"171 - 184"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-08-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949775","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42540643","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Cassandra L. McKay-Jackson, G. Grumbach, Linda D. Campos-Moreira
{"title":"The Wakanda effect: A protective factor to navigate racialized environments","authors":"Cassandra L. McKay-Jackson, G. Grumbach, Linda D. Campos-Moreira","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1949776","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949776","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT In 2018 the Afrofuturistic film, Black Panther, exposed a hunger for the portrayal of Black people in a positive light. Utilizing critical race theory, the authors conducted a mixed-methods study to explore viewers’ experiences with racial microaggressions, their means of coping with racial battle fatigue, and how the film impacted them. Viewers described the film as empowering, which elicited critical consciousness, and expressed an appreciation for the counter-narrative, introducing a “Wakanda effect.” Further, social validation and connection, centering, and counter-narratives were key strategies in resisting racial microaggressions. The authors provide a figure that describes the Wakanda effect and end with a discussion of resilience in addressing racial battle fatigue.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"185 - 196"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949776","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"59959467","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Social work and reparations: applying a restorative justice approach","authors":"V. Jones, C. McElderry","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2021.1949774","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949774","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Reparations for chattel enslavement and residual social and economic inequities are justice issues that warrant the attention of social work. Exploration of pathways by which to attain reparations have important implications for social work. Restorative justice offers a collective process to reconcile wrongdoings while simultaneously helping to determine appropriate redress for African American descendants. Social workers can play an integral role in supporting reparations as a policy priority by using their expertise to advocate for passage of H.R. 40, a bill to establish the Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans.","PeriodicalId":45824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"57 - 66"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2021-07-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/15313204.2021.1949774","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43896908","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}