Bridging the Gap: The Urgent Need for Social Workers
In the midst of a tight labor market affecting nearly every occupation, the shortage of social workers has emerged as…
The Diversity of Social Work: How Shared Experiences Shape The Field
Social workers are the backbone of a compassionate and just society. While this path might come with…
50 years of Hip-Hop: Exploring the Transformative Influence of Hip-Hop on the Field of Social Work
“Hip hop was set out in the dark. They used to do it out in the park.” – MC Shane,…
Partnership for our Children: A collaboration between Higher Ed and Community Partners
The National CARES Mentoring Movement, an organization committed to healing and transforming the lives of Black children growing up in…
Does Prison Cause Mental Illness?
When the words “prison” and “mental illness” appear together, we often hear them in one kind of debate. That is,…
Nabila El-Bassel: Slowness of Death Certifications Hampers Opioid Battle
Death certifications in New York State must be handled more promptly and efficiently, says Columbia University Professor Nabila El-Bassel, in…
Students Amanda Spishak-Thomas and Jasmine Awad to Speak at Graduation
The Columbia School of Social Work is excited to announce this year’s PhD and MSW student speakers. Among their other…
What Does Social Work Mean to You? (Video)
Social workers can be therapists, clinicians, economists, program directors, cabinet members, and school counselors. They can be educators, researchers, and…
Dr. Karen Bullock (MSW ‘92) Announced as 2023 Graduation Speaker
The Columbia School of Social Work is excited to announce that alumna Dr. Karen Bullock will give the keynote address…
Why New York City’s Economy Always Needs More Immigrants
Does an influx of immigrants strain New York City’s economy, as some people believe? Or does it make the economy…
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Meet the Dean: Melissa Begg
Melissa Begg, who became Dean of the Columbia School of Social Work on September 1st, 2019, is a population health…
Celebrate Social Work Month with Us
Dear Friends, March is both Social Work Month and Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate and reflect on the…
When a Leader Burns Out
On January 19, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she was stepping down from the top job. She’d…
Meet Kamaria Gye Nyame Excell
February is National Black History Month. Here at CSSW, we reflect on the multitude of achievements, contributions to culture, and…
Recommended Reading for Black History Month and Beyond
For Black History Month, we offer a selection of books that shed light on little-known historical figures, cultures, and communities…
A Community-Based, Data-Driven Approach to Decreasing Overdose Deaths
A Community-Based, Data-Driven Approach to Decreasing Overdose Deaths Following a rapid increase in the rate of overdose deaths in New…
Celebrating a Special Issue: Research on Social Work Practice Journal
Celebrating a Special Issue: Research on Social Work Practice Journal A special issue of the Research on Social Work Practice…
ASPIRE Reflects on the Earthquake in Syria and Turkey
ASPIRE Reflects on the Earthquake in Syria and Turkey In the early morning hours of February 6, 2023, a magnitude…
The Impact Of Social Workers On Poverty Alleviation
This past January was Poverty Awareness Month, a month-long initiative to raise awareness and call attention to the growth of…
Who Will Have Access to Psychedelic Therapy?
Psychedelic-assisted therapy helped Prince Harry heal from trauma. Training a cadre of nurses and social workers can give other survivors…
