The conversation explores the concept of decolonization in social work and the power dynamics in therapy. It delves into the importance of understanding and addressing power dynamics in therapy, as well as the essential work of decolonization for social workers. The discussion also highlights the need for social workers to engage in their own decolonization process and the significance of returning to inherent wisdom and intuition. The conversation delves into the themes of reconnecting with identity and privilege, community engagement, mutual aid, and the impact of consumerism. It explores the loss of connection, pursuit of wealth, and the feeling of emptiness, as well as the importance of local community engagement, reducing consumerism, and supporting mutual aid networks. The conversation also highlights the significance of political engagement, rest, nurturing the nervous system, and expanding understanding through little acts of kindness. Additionally, it touches on the importance of seeking resources, trainings, decolonizing book clubs, and IFS work, as well as the ongoing conversation about dismantling systems of oppression.

Takeaways

• Decolonization in social work
• Power dynamics in therapy Reconnecting with identity and privilege
• Community engagement and mutual aid

Chapters

• 00:00 Decolonization and Essential Work for Social Workers
• 21:04 Reconnecting with Identity and Privilege
• 26:28 Supporting Neighbors and Political Engagement
• 32:41 Decolonizing Book Club and IFS Work

The podcast episode discusses the tragic incident of a social worker's murder and the safety concerns in the social work profession. It also highlights the importance of unions for social workers and the need for structural improvements to anticipate and respond to workplace tragedies.

Takeaways

• Safety issues in the social work profession
• The importance of unions for social workers

Chapters

• 00:00 Challenges in the Social Work Profession and the Role of Unions

The conversation covers the restriction of access to social work education, the impact of NASW restructuring, and the targeting of the social work profession. These themes are explored in detail, highlighting the challenges and implications for social workers and the profession as a whole.

Takeaways

• Restriction of access to social work education
• Impact of NASW restructuring

Chapters

• 00:00 Targeting of Social Work Profession