Identities, Practice and Diversity (5cr)

Objective

The student
- Is able to understand the impact of cultural identity on attitudes and values
- Is familiar with the central concepts and theoretical approaches to pluralism and multiculturalism
- Is familiar with the impact of minority status on health and wellbeing
- Can evaluate the position of the worker in relation to the diverse other personally and professionally (link with exposure process)
- Is able to reflect on the impact of diversity issues on their practice in youth and community development work and participatory social work
- Is able to practice group work in relation to diversity issues

Content

- Sociological and economic understanding of racism and discrimination
- Critical approach to multiculturalism and diversity issues
- Impact of minority status on health and wellbeing
- Practice issues in relation to diversity and difference
- Group work skills and practice