Racism is ingrained within institutions and systems and has therefore affected social work ideology and practice for generations. Social work as a profession aims to address the impact of social problems on the lives of individuals, ...See moreRacism is ingrained within institutions and systems and has therefore affected social work ideology and practice for generations. Social work as a profession aims to address the impact of social problems on the lives of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. London-based, Sinéad Grant shares her story of what happens when structural racism gets in the way of intended processes and interventions that are meant to help end up causing harm. To create positive change knowledge is needed to understand relevant social issues.
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