5702: module 4 Anti-oppressive Practice in Social Work Refl…

Write a 23-page reflection paper on the importance of anti-oppressive practice in social work. This assignment aims to help students articulate why it is crucial for social workers to serve populations with the highest level of clinical care, reflect on personal experiences with oppression or advocacy, and gain a clear understanding of anti-oppressive practice.

Requirements:

Length: 2-3 pages, double-spaced, excluding the title page and references.

References: Include at least 4 references, which must include 1) the NASW Code of Ethics and 2) the textbook “Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice: Putting Theory into Action” (Revised 2nd Edition) (I have the 3rd edition) by Karen Morgaine and Moshoula Capous-Desyllas. (THESE REFERENCES MUST BE IN THE ASSIGNMENT). ( ALL REFERENCES MUST BE USED IN THIS ASSIGNMENT)

• Format: APA format (7th edition).

Content Guidelines:

Introduction:

• Briefly introduce the concept of anti-oppressive practice.
• State the purpose of the reflection paper (MATERNAL DEATH IN THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY).

Definition and Expectations of Social Work:

• Provide a definition of social work.
• Discuss the expectations you believe social workers should fulfill in their roles.

Importance of Anti-Oppressive Practice:

• Discuss why it is important for social workers to work and serve populations with the highest level of clinical care.
• Explain how anti-oppressive practice contributes to effective and ethical social work.

Personal Reflection:

Reflect on a situation where you have faced oppression or advocated for someone else (e.g., a colleague, peer, client) who faced oppression.

(During the labor and delivery of my twin sons, I experienced medical oppression that required me to advocate for myself in a critical and vulnerable moment. I developed preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy-related condition, and recognized that something was wrong with my body. However, my concerns were not immediately taken seriously by medical staff. With the support of my boyfriend, I had to assertively communicate my symptoms and insist that providers listen and respond appropriately.

(This experience reflects broader inequities in maternal healthcare, particularly the documented disparities faced by womenespecially women of colorwhose pain and symptoms are often minimized. From a social work perspective, this situation underscores the NASW Code of Ethics, specifically the values of dignity and worth of the person, social justice, and the ethical responsibility to advocate for clients well-being. It reinforced for me the importance of self-advocacy and professional advocacy to challenge power imbalances within healthcare systems and to promote equitable, patient-centered care for all individuals.

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• Discuss any biases you have or are aware of and how they might impact your practice.I am always aware of biases:i am a minority its all around me.
• Reflect on steps you can take to address these biases

Incorporation of NASW Code of Ethics:

• Integrate relevant aspects of the NASW Code of Ethics into your discussion.
• Explain how the Code of Ethics supports the principles of anti-oppressive practice.

Conclusion:

• Summarize the key points discussed in the paper.
• Reflect on the importance of anti-oppressive practice in your future work as a social worker.

Grading Criteria:

• Content (20 points): Depth and relevance of the discussion on the importance of anti-oppressive practice, definition, and expectations of social work, and personal reflection.
• Integration of Sources (10 points): Effective use of the NASW Code of Ethics and the book “Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice: Putting Theory into Action.”
• Personal Reflection (10 points) : Insightfulness and honesty in reflecting on personal experiences with oppression or advocacy and biases.
• Organization and Writing Quality (10 points): Clarity, coherence, grammar, and adherence to APA format.

(THE REFERENCES THAT ARE GIVEN IN THIS ORDER MUST BE USED IN THIS ASSIGNMENT)

References-

(Morgaine, 2024-08-22)

Morgaine, K. (2024-08-22). Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice, 3rd Edition. [[VitalSource Bookshelf version]]. Retrieved from vbk://825542A

vbk://825542A/page/95

CHAPTER THREE OF THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES ON SOCIAL WORK IS IN THE UPLOADED FILE AREA.