11.3.6.2 SW 2301 Multicultural Social Work (6 ECTS Credits)

Objective and content
The student:
•becomes familiar with the theoretical framework of anti-discriminatory or anti-oppressive practice, and multicultural Social Work
•understands the effect of race & ethnicity, gender, class, age and disability on social divisions in society and the maintenance of structural inequalities
•learns practical skills in working with individuals and groups from ethnic minorities
•comprehends the political nature of reflective social work practice if it aims to challenge sexism, racism, ageism, and disablism, as well as other forms of discrimination and oppression which result in marginalizing certain segments of society
•learn skills and methods related to Group work/counselling
•becomes familiar with the Finnish legislation which relates to entitlements/services for immigrants, and social work with minorities