WVU Social Work

💙💛 Official Page of the @WestVirginiaU School of Social Work- Preparing students to address human challenges and work for social and economic justice 💙💛

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Did you know that the month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the 1st Japanese to the US on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869?https://t.co/gd1LCkgzl0.

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Several bills were introduced that will impact low-income families across the state. Some bills had the potential to positively affect West Virginians but others turned into laws that will harm vulnerable populations. https://t.co/3UemHPKIr0

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May is National Foster Care Month!https://t.co/XBR6DeyTJb

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Nijeer Parks isn't the only person who's been falsely arrested due to a supposed facial recognition match that wasn't accurate. Face recognition technology has led to 3 false arrests of Black men - there could be more that haven't been reported. https://t.co/Pkltx0RQbv

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"The American Families Plan marks the first time in this nation’s history that a president has put out a comprehensive paid leave proposal, recognizing that no one should have to sacrifice their economic security to care for themselves or their loved ones" https://t.co/dqOE91wkkd

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Congratulations to our own Carrie Rishel who is quoted in this article on how to talk to children about addiction! Well-done, Carrie! https://t.co/RSYyZOXqaQ

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"When establishing an online Master of SW degree, leaders in WVU’s School of Social Work had no idea the timing would coincide with a global pandemic, giving students the chance to learn remotely while making a difference in their home communities." https://t.co/MPQeewW7UN

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
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Check this out! Meshea L. Poore, the VP of WVU DEI, explores topics centered on helping Mountaineers live, learn and work together with care and respect for each other. #LetsTalkWVU
https://t.co/1bHMuhCCY4

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Getting ready to enter the professional workforce? Nervous about fitting in? Check out this practical advice about career success and understanding the “unspoken rules” in the workplace. https://t.co/uD6ktPBzBH

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Do you know someone who advocates for social justice, promotes diversity, or advances human rights? Nominate a colleague or mentor to be the 2021 Carl A. Scott Memorial lecturer during the 2021 Annual Program Meeting. Nominations are due Friday! https://t.co/iCqHMYuj0K

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Join @weasourselves — a culture and narrative change campaign in support of Black survivors by @nwlc @MeTooMVMT and @TIMESUPNOW — for the first-ever week of action centering and amplifying the voices of Black survivors.

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Trans people are being excluded from enjoying the benefits of sports on equal terms with their cisgender peers. These proposed laws are discriminating against trans youth in ways that compromise their health, social and emotional development, and safety.
https://t.co/jR5zZ2qF5j

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Please join us in congratulating Dr. Kris Hash for winning the 2021 Graduate Student Award for Excellence in Community Engagement!
https://t.co/idO0YUOFqm

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We hope you can join us tomorrow for a continued conversation on 2021 and wellness, where people can come together to openly discuss current events and other areas of interest. This conversation is hosted by our Committee on Anti-Racism, Equity, and Justice.

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What a great event that will be held on April 24th!
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the number that is listed on the flyer.

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It’s time to bring civil rights to the center of the Department of Justice and #ConfirmClarke. Kristen Clarke has spent her entire career advocating for equality. Her confirmation will signal that hate and bigotry will not be tolerated. https://t.co/GeaP3MFVTp

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The Center on Anti-Racism in Health & a Law Enforcement Violence Protection Program have been created within the CDC to address the public health impact of racism. https://t.co/Q1axjikySa

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The Appalachian Activities for Dementia Manual is now available This manual is designed to offer meaningful and enjoyable activities for persons with dementia https://t.co/kLnH31ZcIf

Questions? Contact Dr. Patrick at [email protected] or
Dr. Hash at [email protected]

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Although Women's History Month is over...
Did you know??
#EveryIssueIsAGenderIssue.
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