As part of the year-long centennial celebration marking 100 years of social work in Canada, this virtual panel dialogue will bring together social work leaders to reflect on the profession’s historical foundations and to critically examine its future. Framed by the theme “100 Years: Reflecting on our Past, Reimagining our Future,” the conversation will explore how social work has been shaped by systems of power, resistance, and care, and how the profession can continue to advance justice, equity, and collective well-being in the decades ahead.
By the end of this event, participants will be able to:
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Reflect on key historical developments that have shaped social work in Canada
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Examine how systems of oppression have influenced social work practice and education
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Identify enduring lessons from the past that can inform ethical, justice-oriented social work today
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Consider emerging priorities and responsibilities for social workers in shaping the next century of the profession
