Social Work with People of Diversity
Social work practice involves working with people of diversity. Diversity
is not limited to race and ethnicity, but also involves age, special abilities and
other aspects of diversity.
Requirements: For this assignment, locate one professional journal article, book,
or professional paper which describes some aspect of social work practice with
people of diversity in this country. Read the article and identify one technique or
strategy which the author(s) suggest will be helpful in working with this
population. Answer the following questions in essay:
▪ Describe the approach suggested by the author.
▪ Does the author cite any research to inform or support the suggestions?
▪ Does the author mention the work of any other writers in the article?
▪ Would you be comfortable using this approach? Why or why not?