510 Human Diversity and Social Justice

This course will expand social work students’ knowledge in cultural diversity and social justice. The students will gain competency to interact successfully and respectfully with people of different backgrounds, viewpoints, and values. This course will employ the biblical framework to promote the dignity, respect, and well-being of all persons, and encourage critical self-evaluation of beliefs, assumptions, and biases to develop cultural humility. Students will be exposed to the need for a culturally responsive perspective to service delivery and interventions considering micro, mezzo, and macro factors. The course will focus on people from marginalized groups and recognize the role and influence of the majority culture on these groups. This course aims to promote the students’ life-long cultivation of cultural humility and applying an understanding of diversity to their practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and community. (3 credits)