Cassandra Forget’s journey into social work is a powerful blend of personal experience and a deep commitment to mental health. […]
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The Power of Conversation in Psychotherapy With Roxanne Francis, MSW, RSW
Starting a conversation is always the first step towards making progress, says Roxanne Francis, MSW, RSW.
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A Better Tomorrow, Today: Candies Kotchapaw’s Journey to Amplify the Global Black Experience
Nurturing young Black minds to excel in their endeavours was always at the forefront of Candies Kotchapaw’s professional ambitions.
Instead of waiting for change to happen, she broke new ground to create systems of support to help guide and inspire current and future generations of young Black leaders.
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“We Are Still Here” – A Woman’s Journey to Healing and Rediscovery
Last year, Rita May Fenton stumbled upon her dream journal from 2012. She had a dream about living in a big house with many people coming to visit, called “The Healing Place.” “I’ve always wanted to have a teepee in my backyard and people coming for healing” she said. With the support of the community, Rita set out on realizing her dream.
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The Results Are In! Key Takeaways from the 2022 Member Communications Survey
In July, the College sent out its 2022 Member Communications Survey to members. The purpose of the survey was to help the College evaluate its communications strategy and determine which communication tools and services were successful as well as areas in need of improvement.
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College Sees Nearly 60% Increase in Sexual Abuse-Related Complaints in the Past Two Years
Important Considerations to Ensure Members Remain Competent and Professional in Their Practice
As the provincial regulator of social workers and social service workers, the College’s mandate is to protect the public interest.
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Creating a More Equitable Space
An Interview with Donna Hinds, RSW on Anti-Oppressive Practice
Donna Hinds, MSW, RSW is a professor at the Social Service Worker Program at Centennial College, and an expert on anti-oppressive practice (AOP) and critical race theory. As an educator, Donna teaches her students how to use AOP when working with clients from marginalized backgrounds and communities.
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At the Root of the Issue
An Interview with Dr. Ramona Alaggia on Gender and Violence
Gender-based violence is one of the most pressing subjects of our time. The recent rise of the #MeToo movement, the findings of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), and the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 have put a huge media spotlight on gender-based violence and helped launch a broader discussion about the pervasive systemic issues at its root.
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Resilience and Well-Being
Q&A with LCol Suzanne Bailey and Marie-Lucie Bédard of the Canadian Armed Forces
Social work and social service work can be very rewarding professions for those who have empathy, want to help others […]
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Why Action Matters When It Comes to Reconciliation
An Interview with Indigenous Rights Scholar Dr. Jeffrey Ansloos
The work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) helped put a spotlight on the ugly history and legacy of […]
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Casandra Diamond’s Fight to End Human Trafficking
An interview with one of Canada’s leading anti-human trafficking advocates
Though invisible to many, human trafficking is one of the more significant issues facing Ontarians.
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