SOWK 7379 - Global Justices Issues in Social Work

3 hrs

This advanced course examines the historical, political and cultural contexts of contemporary global social work issues with an emphasis on Latin America. The course will critically examine the historical, economic, political, social and cultural dimensions of globalization. Additionally, the course will examine the social work profession from a critical and indigenous point of view, and will raise critical questions about the role of international social workers, and the role of local social workers in a global world.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed all Foundation level MSW courses or be enrolled in the Advanced MSW program.