BLACK SOCIAL WORKERS: Legacy Built Through Service

Click into the webpage and use one of the codes to redeem my book Relationships: The Power of Illusion. Hurry and claim a code before someone else does. Please do not use more than one code.www.iuniverse.com/en/redeem1060000044144610600000441447106000004414481060000044144910600000441450106000004414511060000044145210600000441453Thesis Statement: Black social workers from 2000–2026 reshaped child welfare, mental health, and justice systems through culturally grounded, equity‑centered practice.Learning Objectives (with examples)Objective 1: Students will explain how Black social workers influenced child welfare reform. Example: A student describes how Joyce James’ disproportionality model changed CPS decision‑making.Objective 2: Students will identify major areas where Black social workers expanded mental health equity. Example: A student explains how Black clinicians increased access to culturally competent therapy during COVID‑19.Learning Outcomes (with examples)Outcome 1: Students will summarize one policy or practice change led by Black social workers between 2000–2026. Example: A student writes a short paragraph on the rise of kinship care advocacy.Outcome 2: Students will connect a modern social issue to a contribution made by Black social workers. Example: A student links school‑based trauma programs to post‑2016 racial justice work.5E Learning ModelEngageShow a brief scenario: “A Black family is involved with CPS. What factors should a culturally competent social worker consider?” Students share quick reactions.ExploreStudents review short profiles of leaders (e.g., Joyce James, Mit Joyner, NABSW). Small groups identify patterns in their work: equity, cultural grounding, policy reform.ExplainTeacher clarifies key contributions from 2000–2026:Child welfare disproportionality workMental health equity expansionReentry and justice reformCOVID‑19 community response Students connect these to their earlier observations.ElaborateStudents choose one contribution and apply it to a modern issue (school trauma, policing, mental health access, foster care). They explain how the contribution improves outcomes for Black families.EvaluateStudents complete a short written reflection: “What is one lasting impact Black social workers made between 2000–2026, and why does it matter today?”Formative AssessmentQuick Check (Exit Ticket): Students answer two prompts:1. Name one Black social worker or organization and describe their contribution.2. Explain how that contribution influences a current social issue.This verifies understanding of objectives, outcomes, and application.Comments and/or to be a guest call 773-809-8594