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Intergroup Dialogues/Diversity, Dialogues & Social Justice

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SW752, Section 001

This course is designed to increase students awareness, knowledge, and understanding of issues related to diversity and social justice, including race, ethnicity, class, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, ability status, and the intersections between these social identity groups. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of dialogue as a method for peacefully resolving conflict that may emerge due to cultural misunderstandings or oppressive dynamics, as well as skills for effectively engaging in dialogue. The topics of this course include social identity development; difference and dominance and the nature of social oppression; our personal and interpersonal connections to power, privilege, and oppression; understanding and resolving conflicts or resistance; the process of dialogue and coalition building across differences; and its applications in multicultural social work settings.

Semester: Spring / Summer 2023
Instructor: Barry N. Checkoway
U-M Class #: 63457
Program Type: Residential
Format: Hybrid
Credits: 1 Credit Hours

Pathway Associations

Community ChangeElective (Host)
Global
Interpersonal PracticeElective
Mgmt & Leadership
Policy & Political
Program Evaluation
Older Adults
Children & Families

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