Describe how diversity has implications for social work practice with an individual member
of The Sanchez Family or Carla Washburn. (Click “Start this Case” to access client information.)
Further consult the literature to address the following:
- Client System
a. What cultural group is your client a part of?
b. What are some preliminary concerns your client may need assistance to address? - Cultural Norms
a. Identify basic knowledge about the cultural norms of your client’s group including
values, beliefs, traditions, customs, and strengths. - Historical Issues
a. What are several historical issues of cultural oppression/discrimination/violence
experienced by this group?
b. How have members of this cultural managed or coped with these issues?
c. How have members of this cultural group used advocacy, social action, group
empowerment, and policies/laws to challenge oppressive structures? - Theory
a. How will you apply your cultural knowledge in working with your client? Be specific
and give examples.
b. Outline the major focus and primary concepts of one human behavior (from SWK 225)
theory that applies to your client. - Application
a. Explain how you can use this theory to inform client assessment.
b. Explain how you can use this theory to inform social work intervention.
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