# social work — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 14 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover social work. Page: Feed: --- ## [स्वातंत्र्यदिनानिमित्त डॉ. सोमनाथ गिते यांचा महापौरांच्या हस्ते गौरव](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/dr-somnath-gite-honoured-by-pune-municipal-corporation/30176/) _2026-08-17 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ पुणे : स्वातंत्र्यदिनाच्या निमित्ताने पुणे महानगरपालिकेच्या वतीने आयोजित विशेष सत्कार समारंभात व्यसनमुक्ती अभ्यासक व सामाजिक कार्यकर्ते डॉ. सोमनाथ वेणूताई निवृत्ती गिते यांचा मा. महापौर सौ. मंजुषा नागपुरे यांच्या हस्ते सन्मान करण्यात आला. पुणे शहरातील विविध क्षेत्रांत उल्लेखनीय कार्य करणाऱ्या व्यक्तींच्या गौरवासाठी आयोजित या विशेष समारंभात डॉ. गिते यांच्या सामाजिक व व्यसनमुक्ती क्षेत्रातील… ## [International Episode 26: Elizabeth (Romania)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-26-Elizabeth-Romania-e3lfjct) _2026-08-15 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Elizabeth, a first-year PhD student at the University of Bucharest and early career practitioner. Elizabeth has participated in several exchange programs under the Erasmus+ framework, broadening her perspective on social work practices and international collaboration. She has worked in diverse roles supporting older adults and children with autism, allowing her to… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/122194781/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-30%2Fb6fc8b41-e44e-e420-6412-c568710b21ed.mp3) ## [लग्न ठरलेल्या प्रियकरासोबत तरुणीचा संशयास्पद मृत्यू; आईचा गंभीर आरोप](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/baramati-tarunicha-sanshayaspad-mrutyu-premikaviruddh-gunha/30172/) _2026-08-12 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ बारामती : पुणे जिल्ह्यातील बारामती शहरात तरुणीचा अकस्मात आणि संशयास्पद मृत्यू झाल्याप्रकरणी तिच्या आईने दिलेल्या फिर्यादीनुसार अथर्व राजेंद्र मेहन (वय २७) याच्याविरुद्ध गुन्हा दाखल करण्यात आला आहे. अथर्व वारंवार शारीरिक संबंध ठेवण्यासाठी आग्रह करीत होता आणि काही गोळ्या देत असल्याचे मयत तरुणीच्या मैत्रिणीने सांगितल्याचा दावा आईने फिर्यादीत केला आहे. मयत तरुणीने बी.एस्सी. अॅग्रीकल्चरचे शिक्षण पूर्ण… ## [चार महिन्यांपूर्वीचा नवाकोरा रस्ता ऑप्टिकल फायबरसाठी फोडला; राष्ट्रवादी काँग्रेसच्या नगरसेविका डॉ. हेमलता पाटील यांचा संताप; काम बंद पाडून अधिकाऱ्यांना जाब](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/road-dug-up-for-optical-fiber-just-four-months-after-construction-ncp-corporator-hemlata-patil-stops-work-in-nashik/30169/) _2026-08-11 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ नाशिक : शनिवारी (दि. ८) झालेल्या महासभेत स्मार्टसिटी कंपनी आणि ‘एमएनजीएल’मुळे शहरातील रस्त्यांची झालेली दुरवस्था आणि खड्ड्यांचा मुद्दा गाजल्यानंतरही रस्ते खोदण्याचे प्रकार सुरूच असल्याचे समोर आले आहे. सीबीएस ते कॅनडा कॉर्नर या मार्गावरील चार महिन्यांपूर्वी काँक्रिटीकरण करण्यात आलेला रस्ता स्मार्ट सिटी कंपनीकडून ‘ऑप्टिकल फायबर केबल’ टाकण्यासाठी पुन्हा फोडण्यात आला. कुलकर्णी गार्डन परिसरात सुरू… ## [Childhood Grief: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Families](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Childhood-Grief-How-Social-Workers-Can-Support-Children-and-Families-e3mb144) _2026-08-09 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ In this episode of Social Workers Rise , licensed clinical social worker and grief expert Anitra J. Green shares practical strategies for helping children navigate grief and loss. Drawing from more than 25 years of experience and her children's book, The Day Grandpop's Music Stopped , Anitra discusses how children process grief differently than adults, common signs of childhood grief, what social… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/123093572/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-20%2F428308274-44100-2-c8b7ee8376366.mp3) ## [‘उघडलेले पुस्तक’ पॅनेलचा दणदणीत विजय; सर्व १५ उमेदवार विजयी; सर्व प्रवर्गांत परिवर्तन आणि सुशासन पॅनेलला यश](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/open-book-panel-scores-a-resounding-victory-all-15-candidates-elected-transformation-and-good-governance-panel-triumphs-across-all-categories/30165/) _2026-08-09 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ पुणे : पारी टॉवर्स सहकारी गृहरचना संस्था मर्यादित, नऱ्हेच्या संचालक मंडळाच्या पंचवार्षिक निवडणुकीत ‘उघडलेले पुस्तक’ चिन्हाच्या परिवर्तन आणि सुशासन पॅनेलने दणदणीत विजय मिळवला. पॅनेलचे सर्व १५ उमेदवार विजयी झाले. सर्वसाधारण, महिला राखीव, इतर मागासवर्गीय, अनुसूचित जाती-जमाती तसेच विमुक्त जाती-भटक्या जमाती या सर्व प्रवर्गांत ‘उघडलेले पुस्तक’ पॅनेलच्या उमेदवारांनी बाजी मारली. सर्वसाधारण मतदारसंघातून… ## [Trauma at an organisational level](https://soundcloud.com/rip-ripfa/trauma-at-an-organisational-level) _2026-08-06 · Research in Practice Podcast_ This third clip, from a series of three linked podcast clips, looks at 'why we need to think about the impact of trauma on organisations'. Georgina Chetwynd, Senior Research and Development Officer at Research in Practice, speaks to Dr Sheena Webb and Dr Danny Taggart. These clips explore organisational approaches to embedding trauma-informed approaches and draws out key themes from the strategic… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372670455-rip-ripfa-trauma-at-an-organisational-level.mp3) ## [Trauma as a barrier to relational practice](https://soundcloud.com/rip-ripfa/trauma-as-a-barrier-to-relational-practice) _2026-08-06 · Research in Practice Podcast_ This second clip, from a series of three linked podcast clips, explores 'why we need to understand the way trauma can impact on frontline practice settings'. Georgina Chetwynd, Senior Research and Development Officer at Research in Practice, speaks to Dr Sheena Webb and Dr Danny Taggart. These clips explore organisational approaches to embedding trauma-informed approaches and draws out key themes… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372669654-rip-ripfa-trauma-as-a-barrier-to-relational-practice.mp3) ## [EP 147 - Understanding Gambling Disorder and How Social Workers Can Help](https://naswsocialworktalks.libsyn.com/ep-147-understanding-gambling-disorder-and-how-social-workers-can-help) _2026-08-03 · NASW Social Work Talks_ As sports betting, online gambling, and prediction market apps continue to grow, so does the risk of increased gambling addiction. In this episode of Social Work Talks, experts from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and its Center for Excellence on Problem Gambling discuss the warning signs of problem gambling, what drives gambling behavior, and how social workers can help through… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/naswsocialworktalks/SWT_E147.mp3?dest-id=642274) ## [Lawmakers Were Sold Jobs. They Bought Bigger Government](https://www.diogenesinexile.com/p/lawmakers-were-sold-jobs-they-bought) _2026-08-03 · Diogenes In Exile_ Reciprocity, recognition, or a permanent interstate commission. Only one of these was on the ballot ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3zxp4gsc9xzZ) _2026-08-03 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [International Episode 25: Sophia (Germany)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-25-Sophia-Germany-e3l4sf6) _2026-08-01 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Sophia, a social worker, sexologist, and relationship counsellor from Germany. She has worked in child protection and youth services in both Germany and Australia, including child and family welfare services, therapeutic residential crisis care for children and young people, and specialised crisis support for girls who have experienced sexual violence and abuse. Sophia… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/121843622/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-22%2F8d318bca-9a6c-8e60-6398-5adfd65fd1dc.mp3) ## [What do we mean by trauma](https://soundcloud.com/rip-ripfa/what-do-we-mean-by-trauma) _2026-07-31 · Research in Practice Podcast_ In this first clip, from a series of three linked podcast clips, we think about 'what we mean by trauma'. Georgina Chetwynd, Senior Research and Development Officer at Research in Practice, speaks to Dr Sheena Webb and Dr Danny Taggart. These clips explore organisational approaches to embedding trauma-informed approaches and draws out key themes from the strategic briefing ‘Beyond the slogan: The… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372667164-rip-ripfa-what-do-we-mean-by-trauma.mp3) ## [Helping Veterans Heal: PTSD Recovery Through Music and Social Work](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Helping-Veterans-Heal-PTSD-Recovery-Through-Music-and-Social-Work-e3mau5q) _2026-07-26 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ In this episode of Social Workers Rise, Marine Corps veteran and social work student Dennis Lester shares how the power of music is helping veterans heal from PTSD. As a Guitar for Vets instructor, Dennis discusses his journey from military service to social work, the impact of guitar and music therapy on trauma recovery, and practical ways social workers can incorporate creative, expressive… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/123090554/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-20%2F428304079-44100-2-e14252c8dd0df.mp3) ## [You Don't Have a Code of Ethics. Here's Why That's Dangerous.](https://www.diogenesinexile.com/p/65-of-people-would-kill-a-stranger) _2026-07-20 · Diogenes In Exile_ What Milgram, Luke Skywalker, and Viktor Frankl reveal about the ethics that actually hold ## [International Episode 24: Theo (Greece)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-24-Theo-Greece-e3l10i2) _2026-07-18 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Theo in Greece, with experience in refugee settings and now supporting people with disabilities. Theo is passionate and motivated to work with people in need, believing strongly in the power of community, working next to people and for the people. Links to resources mentioned in this week’s episode: Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) -… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/121716738/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-19%2F4d56964c-2ff7-ac9d-9516-6abd9d3fff2a.mp3) ## [The Cultural Construction of The Transgender Child](https://gendercriticalsocialworker.substack.com/p/the-cultural-construction-of-the) _2026-07-15 · Gender Critical Social Worker · Gender Critical Social Work_ Exploring the context around the huge rise in children identifying as transgender from 2015 onwards ## [EP 146 - Anime and Adolescent Wellness: Using Modern Media to Build Rapport and Assess Sexual Risk](https://naswsocialworktalks.libsyn.com/ep-146-anime-and-adolescent-wellness-using-modern-media-to-build-rapport-and-assess-sexual-risk) _2026-07-15 · NASW Social Work Talks_ Anime is often viewed as harmless entertainment, but some content can include explicit sexual themes that influence adolescent development and mental health. In this episode, we explore with our guest Jermaine Wall, LCSW-S, owner of Crescent Counseling why social workers and mental health professionals should consider digital media use as part of assessment and treatment planning. Listen now and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/naswsocialworktalks/SWT_E146.mp3?dest-id=642274) ## [Beyond the Field: Social Work Careers in Professional Football](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Beyond-the-Field-Social-Work-Careers-in-Professional-Football-e3l6qk2) _2026-07-12 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ Did you know social workers are making an impact in the NFL? In this episode, we explore the growing field of sports social work and what it's really like to support professional football players and retired athletes. From mental health and substance use concerns to career transitions and family support, social workers play a vital role both on and off the field. We also discuss common… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/121907266/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-23%2F426712964-44100-2-5c12069b6d47b.mp3) ## [International Episode 23: Susana (England)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-23-Susana-England-e3l10bu) _2026-07-04 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Susana, with over fifteen years working in frontline social care, as a social worker in children's and adults' services, and now as a Registered Manager for an independent fostering agency in England. Susana is also the creator of MyTappyPlace, a wellbeing platform designed specifically for frontline professionals. Links to resources mentioned in this week’s episode:… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/121716542/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-19%2Febd314bf-4839-e598-28d9-4130fb112ba7.mp3) ## [Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team](https://shows.acast.com/lets-talk-social-work/episodes/who-you-gonna-call-the-baswswu-advice-representation-team) _2026-07-01 · Let's Talk Social Work_ Social workers sometimes need help too. Whether it’s to resolve a workplace conflict, navigate a fitness to practice referral, manage complex or difficult cases, or to seek advice on an employment matter, knowing where to turn when facing professional challenges is critical. The temptation might be to go it alone, but doing so can be overwhelming, stressful and burdensome, taking a heavy toll on… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6144b6e69096e200123fb4d8/e/6a44bea206fb5d326d74aae5/media.mp3) ## [Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/D0ZTdeXKfMp4) _2026-07-01 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell and margin trade BTC & ETH with fiat currencies ## [Protect Your Career: Social Media Do's and Don'ts for Social Workers](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Protect-Your-Career-Social-Media-Dos-and-Donts-for-Social-Workers-e3l6nbf) _2026-06-28 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ Social media can be a powerful tool for networking, education, and advocacy—but one post, comment, or direct message can create ethical concerns and professional liability. In this episode, we discuss practical guidelines for maintaining professional boundaries online, protecting client confidentiality, and avoiding common social media mistakes that can put your reputation and license at risk. In… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/121903919/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-23%2F426708221-44100-2-fbc0ac4421efd.mp3) ## [IN MEMORIAM PROF. DR. MARIA LARIONESCU (1939-2026)](https://revistacalitateavietii.ro/journal/en/article/view/1516) _2026-06-20 · Zoltán ROSTÁS · Calitatea Vieții_ ## [International Episode 22: Emmanuel (Nigeria)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-22-Emmanuel-Nigeria-e3kdkde) _2026-06-20 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Emmanuel, an early-career social work researcher from Nigeria, at the intersection of migration and mental health, with a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master's degree in migration, and a strong interest in research. Links to resources mentioned in this week’s episode: Emmanuel’s published works on ORCID - https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2029-5857 Emmanuel’s… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/121081710/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-6%2F846747dc-09c2-63a7-e137-8b31d66a9bc6.mp3) ## [Barriers to the implementation of a gender-sensitive, child-centred and conflict-sensitive approach in the identification, documentation, tracing, rehabilitation and reintegration (IDTRR) of child sexual exploitation survivors in Zimbabwe](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1659) _2026-06-20 · Weston Chidyausiku, Maxim Murungweni, Taruvinga Muzingili · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ Despite the existence of a formal identification, documentation, tracing, rehabilitation and reintegration (IDTRR) framework for addressing child abuse cases, implementation in Zimbabwe remains fraught with systemic and structural barriers. This study explored the lived experiences of social workers engaged in IDTRR to understand the obstacles to implementing a gender-centred, child-centred and… ## [Social work, child support grants and child care in the first 1,000 days: A case study of disposable nappy expenditure in Calvinia-West, South Africa](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1589) _2026-06-20 · Catherina Schenck, Nicolette Roman, Derick Blaauw, Charlotte Nell · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ The first 1,000 days after birth are a critical period in a child’s development, as this phase establishes the foundation of the child’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social welfare. South Africa’s child support grant (CSG), which aims to provide financial assistance to primary caregivers of children in low-income households, therefore has a substantial impact on children’s growth and… ## [Perspectives of presiding officers and state prosecutors on the expected quality of forensic social workers’ court reports](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1390) _2026-06-20 · Jacoline K. Malebana, Sufran Smith · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ The Sexual Offences and Related Matters Amendment Act, 32 of 2007, stipulates in Section 54 that individuals with knowledge of sexual offences committed against children must report this information to authorities (Republic of South Africa \[RSA\], 2007). As a result of limited corroborative evidence in many cases of child sexual violence (CSV), forensic social workers often conduct investigations… ## [Advancing the recruitment of state witnesses through social work interventions: A South African perspective](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1341) _2026-06-20 · Lucy Kganyago Mphaphuli · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ Protection of witnesses has gained prominence as a strategy to fight crime. While witness protection programmes have proven effective in helping individuals to testify without fear, many South Africans and social workers remain unaware of how such programmes work, whether they exist at all, or how to access them when their safety is at risk. The purpose of this article is to highlight the social… ## [Milking into a leaking bucket: Rethinking social grants for community economic development in Kaalpan Rural Village, North West, South Africa](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1607) _2026-06-20 · Mfalatsane Motsuenyane, Hanna Nel · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ This article explores how social grants can be repositioned as drivers of community economic development (CED) in rural South Africa. The study aimed to examine the role of grants in shaping local economic activity, assess patterns of economic leakage, and identify strategies to retain and leverage grant flows for sustainable livelihoods. The guiding research question was: How can social grants be… ## [The resilience of social workers rendering services to nyaope-dependent youths](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1440) _2026-06-20 · Tumelo Sekgobela · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ The concept of resilience is increasingly gaining universal recognition among helping professionals and social scientists. It explains the complexities and responses of individuals, groups and communities to stressful, emotional, depressive, traumatic and challenging situations. Since social work is considered an emotionally demanding profession, resilience is a highly relevant concept that forms… ## [Dancing to the beat of a new drum: Harambee for sustainable shared futures in social work education and practice in Africa!](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1830) _2026-06-20 · Lambert K. Engelbrecht, Corlie Giliomee · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ The editorial in this extended issue of Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk reflects on the ongoing transformation of social work education and practice in Africa towards more indigenised, Afrocentric and contextually relevant approaches. Particular attention is given to the role of the Association of Schools of Social Work in Africa (ASSWA) in promoting Afrocentric social work education through… ## [Realtime AI Arbitrage Terminal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CgCsfC6A2MQR) _2026-06-19 · **Sponsored**_ Realtime auto-trading across exchanges with scored setups, backtesting, and risk controls. ## [Reflections on social development: Past, present and future](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1832) _2026-06-20 · James Midgley · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ This article contributes to a collection of especially commissioned papers to mark the 60 th anniversary of Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk . Reflecting the author’s personal views on the past, present and likely future trajectory of social development, he contends that there has been significant progress, but also severe setbacks that have fostered the currently pessimistic views of the field.… ## [From Copenhagen to Doha: A critical reflection on the reconfiguring of social development, knowledge and authority through global social work](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1833) _2026-06-20 · Pascal Rudin · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ Thirty years after the World Summit for Social Development in Copenhagen, the Second World Summit in Doha in 2025 offered an opportunity to reconsider how social development is understood and governed. This paper examines the shift from state-centred political commitment towards more distributed and multi-actor forms of governance. Drawing on a governmentality perspective, it explores how social… ## [Social work, climate change and environmental justice: Assessing claims of social work’s transformative role](https://socialwork.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1834) _2026-06-20 · Mel Gray, Emrah Akbaş, Qian Meng · Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk_ Considering increasing policy and scholarly claims that social work operates at the frontline of climate change, disaster response and environmental justice, this paper critically examines whether such claims are supported by empirical evidence. It addresses the central question of whether social work demonstrates a transformative, evidence-based role in advancing environmental outcomes. Drawing… ## Emotional healing, self discovery and connecting with the inner child _2026-06-10 · Social Workers Matter_ In this episode, I sit down with Veronica Xavier-Leigh — author of The Mountain Beneath the Carpet: Healing the Little Child Hidden Within Us — for one of the most profound conversations we've had on the podcast. Together we explore: Emotional Suppression and Childhood Trauma Childhood Trauma and Adult Behaviour Listening to the Inner Child Pattern of Controlling Relationships Personal Healing… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2406267/episodes/19305479-emotional-healing-self-discovery-and-connecting-with-the-inner-child.mp3) ## [International Episode 21: Paul (Ireland)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-21-Paul-Ireland-e3i9g84) _2026-06-06 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Paul, who has over 45 years experience managing child welfare and protection services in the statutory sector at local, regional and national level in Ireland. He currently operates as an independent consultant, specialising in serious case reviews, expert witness and policy development for state bodies and voluntary organisations. Links to resources mentioned in this… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/118849220/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-22%2F7cca0853-819f-74e5-0522-8cb2cee6b2d2.mp3) ## [Episode 056: Grant Packard](https://www.podcastorperish.ca/episodes/episode-056-grant-packard) _2026-06-05 · Cameron Graham · Podcast or Perish_ What difference does it make whether you say “I” or “you”? In this episode of Podcast or Perish, I speak with Grant Packard, Associate Professor of Marketing at the Schulich School of Business. He talks about his research on the way saying “I” or “you” when talking to customers changes how they feel about the interaction. Do they feel acknowledged and heard, or did you make it all about you? Do… [Listen](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d2881a2115bc70001c5432c/t/6a22f0e92023436879bf2861/1780674878615/Podcast+or+Perish+-+Episode+56+-+Grant+Packard+-+Audio.mp3) ## [EP 145 - Destigmatizing and Advocating for Communities Affected by Mental Illness](https://naswsocialworktalks.libsyn.com/ep-145-destigmatizing-and-advocating-for-communities-affected-by-mental-illness) _2026-06-05 · NASW Social Work Talks_ Social Work Talks sits down with NAMI New York State to discuss the growing need for stronger mental health advocacy, policy reform, and collaboration between social workers and individuals with lived experience. This episode explores efforts to address insurance prior authorizations, mental health care access, and the movement to recognize mental health as a constitutional right in New York… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/naswsocialworktalks/SWT_E145.mp3?dest-id=642274) ## [Navigating Sexist Humor: From Tolerance to Confrontation](https://revistacalitateavietii.ro/journal/en/article/view/2026-2-01) _2026-06-04 · Ionela VLASE · Calitatea Vieții_ This article examines attitudes toward sexist humor across diverse contexts in order to better understand the motivations underlying joke-telling, the consequences for targeted groups, and the strategies individuals may employ to address and confront such humor. Drawing on a review of the literature on disparagement humor, the paper critically engages with the normalization of sexist humor and its… ## [Historical Overview of Social Work in Romania: Roots and Perspectives](https://revistacalitateavietii.ro/journal/en/article/view/2026-2-04) _2026-06-04 · Doru BUZDUCEA · Calitatea Vieții_ This study offers a brief yet in-depth historical overview of the development of the social work profession in Romania, from its beginnings to the present day. It affirms that rudimentary forms of social work have existed throughout history, and that with the emergence of specialized education in the field, the profession has evolved progressively in line with international trends. Currently, all… ## [Between Expectations and Reality: Study Experiences and Post-graduation Trajectories of Non-EU International Students in Lithuania](https://revistacalitateavietii.ro/journal/en/article/view/2026-2-02) _2026-06-04 · Suat AKSU · Calitatea Vieții_ International student mobility has expanded significantly in recent years, yet the lived experiences of students in smaller and emerging destination countries remain underexplored. This article examines the trajectories of non-EU international students in Lithuania through a qualitative study based on 14 semi-structured interviews. The findings show that Lithuania is often perceived as an… ## [Between Information and Accusation: Anatomy of Crisis Journalism in the Case of St. Pantelimon Hospital in Bucharest](https://revistacalitateavietii.ro/journal/en/article/view/2026-2-03) _2026-06-04 · Radu Mihai DUMITRESCU · Calitatea Vieții_ Crises in the healthcare system that take on a criminal dimension generate intense media attention and can have significant effects on public trust, the professions involved, and institutional legitimacy. The article analyses how the Romanian press constructed the discourse around the case of the St. Pantelimon Emergency Clinical Hospital in Bucharest, a case of high public visibility, at the… ## [I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison](https://shows.acast.com/lets-talk-social-work/episodes/im-not-invisible-supporting-children-living-with-a-parent-in) _2026-06-04 · Let's Talk Social Work_ Too often, young people have been the silent victims of the justice system. As our prison population gets bigger, so do the numbers of young people living with a parent incarcerated. They form one of the most overlooked groups in our society, with little known about their needs or experiences. That leads to them being forgotten about when it comes to policy-making and support networks, or even… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6144b6e69096e200123fb4d8/e/6a2145d31ddbe06b3ac7f7dc/media.mp3) ## [Social Work Is No Longer a "Professional Degree": How This Impacts You](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Social-Work-Is-No-Longer-a-Professional-Degree-How-This-Impacts-You-e3k3g93) _2026-05-31 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ Social Work is no longer considered a "professional degree" by the Department of Education. In this episode, Catherine Moore, LCSW will break down what these changes mean for current and future social workers, including the potential impact on affordability, workforce shortages, and access to social work education. We discuss: The new federal student loan limits for social work students Why BSW… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/120749795/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-30%2F425168094-44100-2-cc2290f157f06.mp3) ## [EP 144 - End False Confessions Amongst Youth](https://naswsocialworktalks.libsyn.com/ep-144-end-false-confessions-amongst-youth) _2026-05-29 · NASW Social Work Talks_ Representatives from the #Right2RemainSilent: Children's Early Access to Counsel campaign join Social Work Talks to discuss groundbreaking youth justice legislation aimed at protecting young people during police interrogations. The coalition, made up of more than 150 organizations across New York State, is advocating for passage of the Youth Interrogation Bill, which would require that anyone… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/naswsocialworktalks/EP144-SWT.mp3?dest-id=642274) ## [हिंगोलीत धक्कादायक प्रकार! डिझेलअभावी रुग्णवाहिका न मिळाल्याने गर्भातील बाळाचा दुर्दैवी मृत्यू](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/hingoli-ambulance-delay-sparks-outrage-after-baby-death/30159/) _2026-05-29 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ हिंगोली : हिंगोली जिल्ह्यात घडलेल्या एका गंभीर घटनेने सार्वजनिक आरोग्य व्यवस्थेवरील विश्वास पुन्हा एकदा डळमळीत झाला आहे. सरकारी रुग्णवाहिका वेळेत उपलब्ध न झाल्याने एका गर्भवती महिलेच्या गर्भातील बाळाचा मृत्यू झाल्याचा आरोप कुटुंबीयांनी केला आहे. या घटनेनंतर परिसरात संतापाची लाट उसळली असून प्रशासनावर निष्काळजीपणाचे आरोप होत आहेत. ही घटना हिंगोलीतील ज्वाला बाजार परिसरात घडली. संबंधित महिलेला \[…\] The… ## [भाविकांसाठी आनंदाची बातमी; धार्मिक स्थळांवर मिळणार दर्जेदार आणि पौष्टिक अन्न सेवा सुविधा](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/shegaon-shirdi-food-street-hubs-approved-with-%e2%82%b92-crore-fund/30156/) _2026-05-29 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ बुलढाणा : केंद्र सरकारच्या फुड स्ट्रीट योजने अंतर्गत विदर्भातील शेगांव आणि मराठवाडा विभागातील शिर्डी येथे फुड स्ट्रीट हबला केंद्र सरकारच्या वतीने मान्यता देण्यात आली आहे. या योजने अंतर्गत दोन्हीही धार्मिक स्थळी प्रत्येकी १ कोटी या प्रमाणे २ कोटी रुपयांचा निधी केंद्र सरकारच्या वतीने उपलब्ध करुन दिला जाणार आहे. या फुड स्ट्रीट हब सेंटर लोकांच्या सेवेसाठी \[…\] The post भाविकांसाठी आनंदाची बातमी;… ## [पुण्यात विषारी दारू प्यायल्याने १२ जणांचा मृत्यू, दोषींवर कठोर कारवाईचे आदेश](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/pune/pune-toxic-liquor-tragedy-claims-12-lives-8-arrested/30153/) _2026-05-29 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ मुंबई : पुणे शहरातील हडपसर आणि पिंपरी-चिंचवडमधील दापोडी-फुगेवाडी परिसरात विषारी दारू प्यायल्याने १२ नागरिकांचा मृत्यू झाल्याची घटना अत्यंत दुर्दैवी असून, या प्रकरणातील दोषींची गय केली जाणार नाही, असे उपमुख्यमंत्री सुनेत्रा अजित पवार यांनी स्पष्ट केले आहे. या प्रकरणाच्या मुळाशी जाऊन सखोल चौकशी करण्याचे आदेशही त्यांनी प्रशासनाला दिले आहेत. या घटनेची गंभीर दखल घेत उपमुख्यमंत्री श्रीमती \[…\] The post… ## [व्यसनमुक्ती क्षेत्रातील अविरत समाजकार्याची दखल; डॉ. सोमनाथ गिते यांचा मा. माधुरीताई मिसाळ यांच्या हस्ते सत्कार](https://thodkyaatghadamodi.in/maharashtra/dr-somnath-gite-felicitated-by-minister-madhuri-misal-for-contribution-to-de-addiction-awareness-in-maharashtra/30147/) _2026-05-24 · थोडक्यात घडामोडी टीम · थोडक्यात घडामोडी_ पुणे : महाराष्ट्र शासनाच्या सामाजिक न्याय व विशेष सहाय्य विभागामार्फत प्रदान करण्यात आलेल्या “राष्ट्रपिता महात्मा गांधी राज्यस्तरीय व्यसनमुक्ती सेवा पुरस्कार” प्राप्त झाल्याबद्दल व्यसनमुक्ती अभ्यासक व सामाजिक कार्यकर्ते डॉ. सोमनाथ वेणूताई निवृत्ती गिते यांचा सत्कार करण्यात आला. हा सत्कार मा. माधुरीताई मिसाळ यांच्या हस्ते पार पडला. त्या महाराष्ट्र राज्याच्या नगरविकास, परिवहन, सामाजिक न्याय,… ## [Advice for New Social Work Graduates Starting a Career in 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialwork/episodes/Advice-for-New-Social-Work-Graduates-Starting-a-Career-in-2026-e3jp2do) _2026-05-24 · Catherine Moore, LCSW · Social Workers, Rise!_ Graduating with your social work degree is a huge accomplishment but it can also feel overwhelming. Between job applications, uncertainty about the future, and the emotional highs and lows of launching your career, many new graduates feel excited, exhausted, hopeful, and discouraged all at the same time. In this episode, we discuss why your first social work job doesn't have to be your forever… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1272ab20/podcast/play/120407928/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-22%2F424713961-44100-2-937b5ab5f4b85.mp3) ## [International Episode 20: Peter (Scotland)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialworkspotlight/episodes/International-Episode-20-Peter-Scotland-e3i2pgb) _2026-05-23 · Yasmine Loupis · Social Work Spotlight_ In this episode I speak with Peter, a lecturer at Glasgow Caledonian University and qualified social worker with particular experience of working with children and young people who have displayed harmful sexual behaviour. He has undertaken research and written extensively about abusive sexual behaviour between siblings. Links to resources mentioned in this week’s episode: Centre of expertise on… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/130507e0/podcast/play/118629323/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-17%2F3c482979-b059-c3a7-93d8-c23b7a5b87df.mp3)