Developing Alliances in Social Work
Practice
Discussion 1: Developing Alliances in Social Work Practice
Have you ever heard the term or saying “straight but not narrow”?
This is an example of a statement of being an ally—recognizing
one’s unique position of privilege yet standing with others who are
oppressed. By taking this course, you have started the process of
becoming an ally. Evan and Washington (2013) identify the steps
toward being an ally, which include being supportive of those who
are unlike you, learning about other cultures, becoming aware of
the oppression and marginalization, and becoming aware of one’s
own privilege. Getting involved in issues is part of that process.
You will consider how to become an ally this week.
To prepare: Review “Working With Survivors of Human Trafficking:
The Case of Veronica.” Think about how one might become an ally
to victims of human trafficking . Then go to a website that
addresses human trafficking either internationally or domestically.
Developing Alliances in Social Work Practice.
Post a brief description of the website you visited.
Explain how you might support Veronica and other human
trafficking victims incorporating the information you have found.
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Developing Alliances in Social Work
Practice
Discussion 1: Developing Alliances in Social Work Practice
Have you ever heard the term or saying “straight but not narrow”?
This is an example of a statement of being an ally—recognizing
one’s unique position of privilege yet standing with others who are
oppressed. By taking this course, you have started the process of
becoming an ally. Evan and Washington (2013) identify the steps
toward being an ally, which include being supportive of those who
are unlike you, learning about other cultures, becoming aware of
the oppression and marginalization, and becoming aware of one’s
own privilege. Getting involved in issues is part of that process.
You will consider how to become an ally this week.
To prepare: Review “Working With Survivors of Human Trafficking:
The Case of Veronica.” Think about how one might become an ally
to victims of human trafficking . Then go to a website that
addresses human trafficking either internationally or domestically.
Developing Alliances in Social Work Practice.
Post a brief description of the website you visited.
Explain how you might support Veronica and other human
trafficking victims incorporating the information you have found.
