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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Events

  1. Bridging Perspectives: Social Work and Lived Experience in Incarceration

    March 19, 2024 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm


    Join us for an engaging workshop on "Bridging Perspectives: Social Work and Lived Experience in Incarceration," where we aim to facilitate understanding and collaboration between social work professionals and individuals with lived experience in incarceration.

    This workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into the intersection of social work and incarceration, focusing on the importance of acknowledging and incorporating the perspectives of those who have been incarcerated into social work practice.

    Throughout the session, participants will engage in interactive discussions, personal narratives, and skill-building activities designed to foster empathy, understanding, and effective intervention strategies.

    Register here »

  2. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Impact Awards

    April 15, 2024 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    The SSW Award for Impact in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion seeks to recognize outstanding individuals or groups in the School of Social Work who have demonstrated their commitment to improving diversity, equity, and inclusion at the School and/or in the community. These awards are open to all current SSW students, faculty, staff, groups, and registered student organizations, and may be awarded to up to three individuals or groups.

    Award recipients embody the following characteristics:

    Demonstrates a high level of commitment to personal growth and development around DEI topics (including confronting own implicit bias, exploring structural and systemic oppression, etc.)

    Displays commitment to valuing DEI above and beyond assigned job responsibilities

    Exhibits a true commitment to the promotion and prioritization of anti-racism

    Facilitates opportunities to bring people in the school together across positionalities, to promote understanding and to celebrate diversity

    Builds lasting and meaningful partnerships with organizations and communities beyond SSW

    Invests in student development around DEI (teaching and mentorship of students of diverse backgrounds, developing student services [academic support, mentorship, etc.], programming, curriculum development, enhancement of free exchange of ideas around controversial issues, development of more inclusive and interactive teaching methods, etc.)

    Participates in, creates, and publicizes programs or events that promote DEI

    Implements creative and inclusive work policies and initiatives to support the needs of a diverse staff

    Advocates for DEI practices, helping to develop appropriate DEI practices, resources, and tools, and mentoring colleagues seeking to contribute to DEI efforts

    Engages in research and scholarship to advance DEI consciousness

    Join us in celebrating their achievements and contributions to our field!

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  3. Health Sciences MLK Virtual Event: Anti-racist Psychotherapy Using EMDR Therapy Health Sciences MLK Virtual Event: Anti-racist Psychotherapy Using EMDR Therapy

    March 18, 2024 - 11:00am to 1:00pm

    David Archer, MSW, MFT, Psychotherapist and the Allied Health Sciences MLK Symposium 2024 keynote speaker, will dissect the social construction of race, poverty, and systemic oppression. Archer will present on Anti-Racist Psychotherapy using EMDR Therapy. Insights will be especially valuable for allied health professionals and those who work in mental health settings. It aims to equip participants with the foundational knowledge to critically interrogate these systemic structures and introduce ideas relating to EMDR therapy and treatment recommendations.

    If you have not yet obtained a copy of Mr. Archer's book, Anti-Racist Psychotherapy: Confronting Systemic Racism And Healing Racial Trauma, please email the DEI Office (ssw-dei-office@umich.edu) to pick up your free copy.

    This event will be held on Zoom. A link to the meeting will be sent to you before the event.

    Register here »

  4. Accessibility and Gaming Accessibility and Gaming

    March 15, 2024 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

    Join us virtually to learn, discuss, & meet people all around gaming and accessibility! We will be joined by WallsiesDGP, a disabled gamer known for using adaptations to overcome physical limitations and fully participate in gaming.

    Register here »

  5. Building Power: Resistance Against Political Injustice

    February 23, 2024 - 9:30am to 4:00pm

    Building Power Conference (BP) is an annual student-organized conference designed to build collaboration within the University of Michigan and larger communities’ anti-racism and social justice work. BP aims to center community knowledge in the fight against white extremism by challenging ourselves to explore how we have internalized the culture of white extremism so that we can overcome it and instead share love and power in our communities. By spending an interactive and introspective day learning together through breakout sessions on special topics, affinity group meetings to connect individuals with shared identities, and wisdom shared by our guest speakers, we can grow and Build Power together. 

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  6. Black Excellence Celebration

    February 22, 2024 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm

    Join us for the Black Excellence Celebration! Members of the Social Work community will be recognized for the work they have done that uplifts the Black Community. KwanzaaMe will join us to share about the historical context of Soul Food. A Cuppys soul food dinner will be provided!

    Nominate a member of our community! We encourage you to submit the names of students, staff, faculty, alumni and/or organizations of the School of Social Work who are exemplifying this work along with a brief description of their demonstrated commitment. Self nominations are welcome. Submissions are due by Monday, February 20, 2024.

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  7. Unity in Diversity Conversations

    February 14, 2024 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm

    The Unity in Diversity Conversation event is back for the Winter 2024 Term!

    Co-sponsored by the Office of Global Activities, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and the Global Social Work Practice Pathway, this event brings together all members of the SSW community who are interested in engaging in conversations about social justice from a global lens. Join us to connect with the SSW global community, discuss ways that social justice issues manifest in our different home communities, and enjoy foods that tell stories about diverse cultural backgrounds.

    The event will feature small-group conversation tables and participants will choose which topics they would like to engage with. Light refreshments representing a variety of global cuisines will be served at the event!

    The deadline to fill out the RSVP form is Sunday, February 11 at 11:59 PM.

    RSVP here

  8. Undoing Racism Workgroup

    February 13, 2024 - 12:30pm to 2:00pm

    The Undoing Racism Workgroup invites you to open dialogue and exploration of moving towards an anti-racist way of being.

    We also invite you to consider engaging in other events to continue learning and growth, especially the Anti-Racist Psychotherapy Book Dialogue.

    In preparation for our time together, please review articles below:

    For Black Social Workers, anxiety and depression are on the rise

    Academia Is Failing Black Women: Examining Misogynoir Within The Academy 

    The Anti-Racism movement supporting black female staff using social work techniques

    Registrants will receive the zoom link upon registering.

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  9. Undoing Racism Workgroup

    January 23, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

    Join the Undoing Racism Committee to continue the dialogue and exploration of moving towards an anti-racist way of being.

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  10. Social Work in Such a Time as This

    January 21, 2024 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm

    In a time of confusion, frustration, grief, and many other emotions, current and emerging professionals are asking "What do I do?".

    Join the Southfield Mental Health Field Unit on Sunday, January 21, 2024 to discuss some of the current issues and practice implications. 

    The Zoom link will be shared with registrants by Sunday at 11am.

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  11. National Day of Racial Healing Dinner

    January 16, 2024 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm

    The National Day of Racial Healing – always held the Tuesday after Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – centers around experiences rooted in truth-telling, offering people, organizations and communities a day set aside for racial healing, bringing people together to take collective action for a more just and equitable world.

     

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  12. Health Sciences MLK Lecture: Rhythm, Processing, And the Anti-Racist Psychotherapy Perspective

    January 15, 2024 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

    The Health Sciences 34th Annual MLK Celebration is hosted by the School of Social Work! Join us, following Central Campus events, for a keynote lecture by David Archer, MSW, MFT, Psychotherapist on Anti-Racist Psychotherapy and it's applicability to each of the Health Science departments. A reception will follow, and David will be available for book signing during this time.

    The event will be livestreamed for those who are unable to attend in person.

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  13. MLK Symposium Virtual Kick-Off: Racial Trauma, Neurons, and EMDR: The Path Towards an Anti-Racist Psychotherapy

    December 11, 2023 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm

    David Archer, MSW, MFT, Psychotherapist and the Allied Health Sciences MLK Symposium 2024 keynote speaker, will discuss the connections between psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to confront systemic racism and racial trauma in clinical settings.

    Register here »

  14. Owning Our DEI Stories: The Power of Healing and Inclusive Inspiration- Part Two

    December 6, 2023 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Join us for an enlightening two-part workshop on "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Owning Our Stories, The Power of Healing, and Inspiring Change."

    Register for Part Two »

  15. Owning Our DEI Stories: The Power of Healing and Inclusive Inspiration- Part One

    November 29, 2023 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Join us for an enlightening two-part workshop on "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Owning Our Stories, The Power of Healing, and Inspiring Change."

    Register for Part One »

  16. Unity in Diversity Dinner

    November 16, 2023 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm

    This event, which is co-sponsored by the Office of Global Activities, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Global Social Work Practice Pathway aims to bring together all the members of the SSW community who are interested in engaging in conversations about social justice from a global lens! It will be a great opportunity to connect, learn about how social justice issues manifest in our different home communities, and have foods that tell stories about diverse cultural backgrounds.

    During the event, there will be tables set up where attendees who are interested in discussing a similar social justice issue can sit together and discuss how that issue manifests in different communities across the globe. Participants will have the opportunity to rotate to different tables to discuss more than one theme. At the end of the event, everyone will come together to talk about their experiences and what they have learned.

    Students, faculty members, and staff will be serve dinner from different restaurants in Ann Arbor that serve food reflecting various global cuisine, in order to further celebrate diverse cultural backgrounds.

    Kindly note that the deadline to fill out this RSVP form is Monday, November 13, 2023 at 11:59 PM.

     

    RSVP here »

  17. Undoing Racism Workgroup

    November 16, 2023 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

    The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings.

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  18. Undoing Racism Workgroup

    October 31, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings.

    Please RSVP. A Zoom link will be sent out the day of the event.

    Click here to RSVP

  19. Breaking Barriers: Empowering The Hispanic and Latinx Community- A Collaborative Approach for Social Workers

    October 19, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    Join us for a transformative workshop!

     This event is an opportunity for social workers and those passionate about inclusivity to enhance their skills, advocate for diverse communities, and create a more inclusive world.

    We will delve into the unique challenges faced by the Hispanic and Latinx communities and explore effective collaborative approaches to empower individuals. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to break down barriers, advocate effectively, and guide individuals toward brighter futures.

    We invite you to be a part of this journey towards understanding, inclusivity, and empowerment.

    RSVP Here

  20. Sign Language Integration For Social Workers: Bridging Communication Gaps

    October 17, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    Join us for an empowering and enlightening workshop designed to elevate your social work practice. In a world where communication knows no bounds, our event explores the transformative power of sign language in bridging gaps and fostering inclusivity. Whether you're a social worker or just starting your journey in the field, this workshop is your gateway to enhancing your communication skills, empowering diverse populations, and breaking down barriers. We will guide you through an engaging and interactive experience, leaving you better equipped to make a profound impact in the lives of those you serve. Don't miss this opportunity to join a community of social workers dedicated to making a difference through effective communication. RSVP now to embark on this transformative learning journey!

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  21. Undoing Racism Workgroup

    September 21, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practices. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings. 

    Zoom information will be sent via email before the workgroup session.

    Click here to register

  22. Beyond White Social Work: An Introduction to Afrocentric Social Work

    August 14, 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm

    The University of Michigan School of Social Work Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion would like to invite you to come kick it with current MSW students and explore beyond the Eurocentric perspective in social work! This event will be an introduction to Afrocentric Social Work, diving into the foundations of Afrocentric Social Work itself, as well as introducing Afrocentric-focused courses offered within the University of Michigan School of Social Work. This event will be completely virtual, via Zoom, and will take place on August 14, 2023, at 1:00PM (Eastern Time). The RSVP link can be found under "Event Details" below. We hope to see you there!

    *The Zoom link will be provided via email upon RSVP

    Click here to RSVP

  23. DEI Juneteenth Workshop DEI Juneteenth Workshop

    June 19, 2023 - 11:30am to 2:00pm

    Join us for our Juneteenth event!

    This June 19, 2023, the School of Social Work Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is partnering up with the Association of Black Social Work Students as well as Black Radical Healing Pathways to host our annual Juneteenth celebration. 

    Everyone is invited to connect, break bread together, and learn with each other. Lawrielle West, MSW ’18, founder and lead creative of KwanzaaMe, will also host a workshop in celebration of Juneteenth.

    The DEI Office will be presenting on the importance and significance of Juneteenth as a celebratory holiday, as well as the magnitude of the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa and the meaning that they hold.

    Lawrielle West will be hosting her workshop, “The Delicious History of Soul Food,” which guides participants through exploring the history of African American cuisine, soul food and its global impact. We’ll explore the importance of community, and its relationship to fellowship and food as we make commitments to build new communal traditions of our own.

    This event will take place in-person, but please refer to the RSVP link below this description if you would like information on how to attend via Zoom. The Zoom portion will begin at 11:55 AM.

    We hope to see you there – food will be served at 11:30!

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  24. Undoing Racism Workgroup Meeting

    April 13, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings.

    RSVP here »

  25. Undoing Racism Workgroup Meeting

    March 23, 2023 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    The journey to dismantle racism has not ended. Join us to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice. We invite all members of our school community to attend meetings.

    RSVP here »

    We are also meeting on the following date:

    Thursday, April 13, 12pm - 2pm

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