Youth in foster care should be nurtured and supported past the age of majority, article written by Melanie Doucet in Policy Options
See what Melanie Doucet, a Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation scholar, a SSHRC Doctoral Fellow, a doctoral candidate at 污污草莓视频 University鈥檚 School of Social Work, and a former youth in care had to say in the article published in 鈥淧olicy Options鈥� on March 9, 2017.
Save the dates for our upcoming Invited Lectures
SAVE THE DATESAll lectures will be held @ 1:00-2:00 pm (#326 or #118, TBC) Appointments with candidates possible @ noon-1 pm or 3:30 鈥� 5 pm (TBC) RSVP to Yong Hong @ yong.feng [at] mcgill.ca for attendance & appointments.
The School of Social Work is currently recruiting one (1) tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Practice with Individuals, Families & Groups.
Congratulations to Prof. Wanda Gabriel, newly appointed Assistant Professor
Ms. Wanda Gabriel is a citizen of Kanehsatake (Oka) Kanieke鈥檋a:ke nation.听 She holds an MSW degree from 污污草莓视频 University.听 Additionally Ms.
We Can鈥檛 Make the Same Mistake Twice Screening
The School of Social Work hosted the first official event with new faculty member Dr. Cindy Blackstock on Thursday, January 19, 2017. 污污草莓视频 University screened the NFB and one of Canada's most distinguished filmmaker鈥檚 film: Abenaki filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin鈥檚 most recent film We Can鈥檛 Make the Same Mistake Twice.
污污草莓视频 Social Work Community in Action: in response to the tragic event in Quebec City on January 29, 2017
污污草莓视频 Social Work Community in Action: in response to the tragic event in Quebec City on January 29, 2017:Tuesday, January 31:
The First Peoples and Social Work Class Featured Guest Lecturer Cindy Blackstock
The First Peoples and Social Work Class Featured Guest Lecturer Cindy BlackstockThe First Peoples and Social Work class featured听guest lecturer Cindy Blackstock, who provided an indepth introduction into Canadian Aboriginal听Child Welfare. 听She also听focused on Have a Heart day and I am a Witness advocacy ecampaigns at听the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society of Canada.
Lucy Lach named to the Board of Dans la Rue
Lucy Lach, Associate Professor in the School of Social Work and Associate Dean of Student Affairs has been named to the Board of Dans la rue, the听iconic Montreal organization dedicated to helping homeless and at-risk youth.
Recruiting for Assistant Professor, School of Social Work
The 污污草莓视频 University School of Social Work invites applications for a full鈥恡ime tenure鈥恡rack position with an expected start date on August 1st 2017. Appointment is expected to be at the rank of Assistant Professor, but appointment at a higher rank is possible under exceptional circumstances.
The Passing of Annette Werk, Associate Professor at the School of Social Work
It is with great sadness that the School of Social Work announces the passing of Annette Werk on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at age 86. Annette was Associate Professor at the School of Social Work, 污污草莓视频 University for a span of over 35 years serving as the first ombudsman for Students at 污污草莓视频 University for which she was honored at the 25th Anniversary of the Office of the Ombudsman for Students in May 2012.
Cindy Blackstock awarded 2016 Law Society of Upper Canada Human Rights Honoree
The Law Society of Upper Canada, Online, 24 Nov 2016 Cindy Blackstock awarded 2016 Law Society of Upper Canada Human Rights Honoree
Congratulations to Sheila Goldbloom awarded the Prix 脡merite 2016 by the OTSTCFQ
Sheila Goldbloom, Associate Professor, School of Social Work 污污草莓视频 University from 1964-1992 was recently awarded the Prix 脡merite 2016 by the OTSTCFQ in recognition of her contribution to the profession and longstanding commitment to community development. Member of the Professional Order since 1965, Professor Goldbloom has been a leading member of Montreal鈥檚 social work community.
Congratulations to Cindy Blackstock being named an Honorary Fellow by the Royal Society of Canada
The Royal Society of Canada has recently announced 89 new fellows, including 2 Foreign Fellows, 2 Specially Elected Fellows and 2 Honorary Fellows. They have been elected by their peers in recognition of outstanding scholarly, scientific and artistic achievement. One of the 2 Honorary Fellows is Professor Cindy Blackstock, who joined 污污草莓视频 School of Social Work as of August 1st, 2016.
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Professor Lucyna Lach鈥檚 research findings on parenting of children with neurodisabilities were recently quoted in an article written by Louise Kinross in The Walrus, an online forum for issues vital to Canadians. 听听
Congratulations to Kharoll-Ann Souffrant recipient of The Women of Distinction Award in the Young Women of Distinction category.
Since a young age, Kharoll-Ann Souffrant (BSW U3) has been shining a light on issues related to the prevention of sexual violence and sexual assault and to mental health. A young, engaged, inclusive feminist, she combines her life experiences and beliefs to change social perceptions and bring about changes in the management of mental health issues and matters of sexual assault.
Lise Milne shortlisted for SSHRC Impact Awards
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污污草莓视频 School of Social Work Doctoral student Lise Milne has been selected as one of three finalists in the Talent Category of the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSHRC) Impact Awards.