SWRK 6800 - Community Social Work

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the field of community social work, to present a range of community organizing philosophies and strategies and to assist students in developing the skills necessary for effective community organizing. Social workers have a rich history of involvement in community social work, organizing and advocacy. This course will be taught in social work’s long tradition of healing for the suffering and oppressed and to challenge unjust structures which cause oppression. Students will learn how to empower people to have control over the forces that affect their lives and to advocate for social justice.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: Open to Graduate Students only.