Social Work Practice with Indigenous Peoples: Towards Reconciliation

3 cr · Undergraduate

This course emphasizes social work from Indigenous epistemologies and ways of being; it outlines the linkages between First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) self-governance, legislation and policy. It overlays concepts such as decolonization, reconciliation and FNMI approaches to helping, and relevant social work practice within the context of diverse Indigenous world views and experiences. May not be held with SWRK 4220 or SWRK 4221 . Depending on the instructor, this course may have a field trip. Contact the Director of your program site for details. Registration restricted to Social Work students.