2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SWRK 517 - International Social Work


Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0

This course introduces students to the international dimensions of social work practice. Special attention is given to the present and future role of International social work professionals. Additionally, the role and responsibilities of United Nations, global human rights organizations, international aid agencies, intergovernmental and nongovernmental agencies are addressed. Students develop and understanding of poverty, violence, structural adjustment, debt crisis, migration, human rights issues, exploitation of children and women, other populations at risk, and social and economic justice issues within a global perspective. Also addressed are international aspects of domestic practice, policy formulation and advocacy from a global perspective.


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