The Church without Frontiers: Accompanying Churches Welcoming Refugees
Presenter(s):
Stephanie Spandl, MAT, MSW, LICSW, SEP
$15.00
Member Price:
$12.00
Training description:
Acting on the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger, Christian social workers have an important role to play in accompanying congregations that have committed to assisting immigrants. They can help bridge the goodwill of church members with practical knowledge needed to successfully assist immigrant families adjust to a new life and culture.
CE category:
Direct Practice: Groups and Communities
Direct Practice: Individuals, Couples, Families, and Children
Research and Practice with Ethnically Diverse Populations
No. of CE Hours:
1.0
Training format:
video-based
Practice Level(s):
Basic: Student/BSW Level
Intermediate: MSW Level
Target Audience:
Social workers and related professionals
Social work students
Human services professionals
Clergy
Learning Objectives:
After completing this training, I am able to:
1. Identify 2-3 basic biblical principles underlying welcoming of refugees/immigrants.
2. Describe 2-3 major adjustment issues faced by immigrant families and ways that social workers can prepare church members to support them.
3. Articulate 2-3 important cultural considerations to take into account and how to help prepare church members for effective cross-cultural interaction.
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Training Outline:
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Presenter Bio:
Stephanie Spandl, MAT, MSW, LICSW, SEP is an Associate Professor at Molloy College in Long Island, NY She has over 25 years of academic and practice experience working in mental health. Dr. Speakes-Lewis' research is in the areas of HIV/AIDS, Substance abuse, mental health, burnout and self-care.