Episode 27
Guests: Charla Cannon Yearwood, LSW & Laura Hoge, LCSW
Host: Shimon Cohen, LCSW
Charla Cannon Yearwood, a clinical assistant professor at Indiana University, and Laura Hoge, a psychotherapist and community organizer, discuss the mission of SWCAREs – Social Work Coalition for Anti-Racist Educators – to dismantle white supremacy in social work education. They break down how white supremacy shows up in the profession, from erasing leaders of color in social work history to upholding ethics and practices that often harm marginalized communities. Charla and Laura offer historical context, real-world examples, and a clear call for transformation. This episode marks the beginning of deeper, necessary conversations on race, power, and justice in social work.
In this episode:
- SWCAREs' mission to dismantle white supremacy in social work education
- How white supremacy shows up in the profession — from erased history to harmful practices
- How professional ethics and boundaries are often designed by and for white social workers
- Historical and current examples of how social work perpetuates harm in communities of color
- A call for structural transformation rooted in racial justice and liberation
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6 years ago
This is great! Thank you!