inSocialWork® is the University at Buffalo School of Social Work’s monthly podcast series. Our purpose is to engage practitioners and researchers in lifelong learning and to promote research to practice and practice to research.
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In today's shifting political and cultural landscape, conversations about racial justice and diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in social work are more urgent and more contested than ever. As colorblindness and meritocracy resurface in national discourse, many white social workers are left wondering: What does it actually mean to show up for people of color?
In this episode of inSocialWork, we talk with Sommer Blair, MSW, LISW-CP, a doctoral student at the University of Pittsburgh and founder of the Parenting for Racial Equity Project. Drawing on her research and lived experience, Blair offers thoughtful, practical insights into how white social workers and white parents can take real steps toward anti-racism.
Whether you're a parent, practitioner or educator, this conversation offers clarity, compassion and challenge. Blair’s commitment to community-based practice and racial equity invites us all to think more deeply about the role of white social workers in dismantling systemic racism.
Sommer C. Blair, MSW, LISW-CP, is a third-year doctoral student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work. Her research focuses on how white individuals, especially parents, can foster anti-racist values and dismantle systems of oppression through critical consciousness and intentional socialization. Blair brings practice experience in child welfare and a deep commitment to faith-based and interracial community work.
Technology in Social Work
It is an exciting time to be a social worker! Innovative technology has opened up new possibilities to better serve our clients.
On inSocialWork®, you can discover how social workers are leveraging technology in creative ways to build upon client strengths and increase the impact of their agencies. Our episodes cover a wide range of technologies—from telehealth and apps to text messaging, social media and even video games.
Trauma-Informed and Human Rights Perspective
Here at the UB School of Social Work, we integrate a trauma-informed and human rights perspective into all of our programs. inSocialWork® offers a variety of podcasts on trauma, trauma-informed care, human rights and social justice.
Global Social Work
Social workers need a variety of skills and a strong knowledge base to successfully navigate the diverse landscape of our increasingly global world. The UB School of Social Work provides many opportunities to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for professional practice and global citizenship.
Self-Care
Self-care is an essential part of sustaining good social work practice.
At inSocialWork®, we encourage social workers to explore, develop and engage in good self-care to enrich both their lives and their profession.
Top Downloads
From mental health to substance abuse, from ethics to cultural competence, you can explore a variety of topics with inSocialWork®.
The topics with the most downloads are:
- Macro Social Work and Community Issues
- Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care
- Social Work Practice and Interventions
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Are you a social work practitioner, researcher or educator doing innovative work? Do you have questions or an idea for a future podcast? We would love to hear from you. Write to us at insocialwork@buffalo.edu.