Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers)

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

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[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

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[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A3: PART 2 if we know that violence does not occur in a vacuum, then violence against animals can lead to violence against children, significant others, elders, etc. when that violence is ignored or even socially acceptable. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A3: PART 1 As exemplified by this chat, many people think of their pets as a part of the family but there is a gap in legal representation; laws vary by state and some are far behind in addressing violence against animals. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Probably something that so many people are unaware of. I wonder if the idea of Vets being lucky enough to work with animals all day clouds the compassion fatigue and burnout they experience...

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@vetsocialwork Vets = one of the highest rates of suicide, among medical professions, yes? #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A2: My mother works to operate a local dog rescue operation & I have assisted in providing therapeutic visits with dogs & those living with chronic/terminal conditions. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Good evening, #MacroSW Alexis Farugia here again from UB's MSW program for another chat! 🐶🐱Excited about this one!

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

@CarlyOverbay I did participate in a virtual conference on Second Life in undergrad! cons: terrible WiFi connection pros: got to have dragon wings and a unicorn horn 😂

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

It is my hope that at the very least, our current experiences will better inform our future practice with academic & practice conferencing, as well as telehealth and virtual service delivery. It's quite clear that there are many possibilities to expand this area. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A3: A great take-away from conferences in my experience is that your practice can be informed by the knowledge of others who are doing similar work but might not be in your direct circle/agency and vice versa. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Virtual meetings & classes. Phone calls too. I honestly feel that my progress with learning has lost some steam but I am very fortunate that those I engage with have been responsive and flexible with keeping me a functional student 🙏 #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

@EpiphanyMcgee Same! Been watching it since high school :') #merderforever

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A1: Oh, also want to add that I am fostering a puppy and she is keeping my emotional bucket very full 🥰#MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A1: Now that I am both working and completing field hours from home, I am making sure that I have boundaries between work time and me time. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Good evening everyone! I am an MSW student at the University at Buffalo looking forward to tonight's chat #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A3: Understanding my inherent biases and not inserting myself into spaces that are not meant for me and my biases. #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Some examples of the culture of white supremacy and how it exists in organizations: https://t.co/nqif2egXZM #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A2: I did have a class last summer in which white supremacy in organizations was addressed but I think higher educational institutions can fall into trap of operating with similar tenants of white supremacy #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

A1: I think white supremacy looks like blindly following a subscribed set of traditional standards in organizations that prevent the acceptance of progressive, diverse ideas. #dismantlethepatriarchy #MacroSW

[Alexis Farugia, MSW (She/Her/Hers) @AlexisFUBSSW]

Hi all! This is Alexis & I am ready to participate in my first ever Twitter chat with #MacroSW