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Being Intentional about Antiracism in Social Work Supervision in England.

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Title: Being Intentional about Antiracism in Social Work Supervision in England.
Authors: Tedam, Prospera, Cane, Tam
Source: Social Work. Apr2026, Vol. 71 Issue 2, p157-165. 9p.
Subjects: Prevention of racism, Supervision of employees, Social workers, Qualitative research, Focus groups, Professional practice, Cultural competence, Mentoring, Social work education, Social case work, Anti-racism, Thematic analysis, Students, Intention
Geographic Terms: England
Abstract: This article explores the importance of fostering intentional antiracism in social work supervision, emphasizing the need for supervisors to address and challenge racism within the supervisory process. As members of a profession rooted in social justice, supervisors must confront systemic inequalities, particularly racial inequities that affect service delivery, student learning, and workforce dynamics. Supervision is critical in shaping values, perspectives, and practices, making it an ideal space to cultivate antiracist frameworks. Intentional antiracism in supervision requires a proactive approach, where supervisors address individual and structural racism within current and historical contexts. Open dialogues about race, power, and privilege can help social workers develop the cultural sensitivity and self-awareness necessary to combat racial injustice in their own practice with individuals, families, and communities, as well as in their decision making. The article also highlights existing frameworks for integrating antiracist principles into supervision reflective practice, continuous professional development, and the use of antioppressive models. Through these efforts, social work supervision can serve as a transformative process, equipping practitioners to engage in culturally responsive, equitable, and just practices that better serve diverse populations. Ultimately, the authors endorse intentional antiracism in supervision using skilled dialogue to promote accountability, inclusivity, and ethical practice in the profession. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: This article explores the importance of fostering intentional antiracism in social work supervision, emphasizing the need for supervisors to address and challenge racism within the supervisory process. As members of a profession rooted in social justice, supervisors must confront systemic inequalities, particularly racial inequities that affect service delivery, student learning, and workforce dynamics. Supervision is critical in shaping values, perspectives, and practices, making it an ideal space to cultivate antiracist frameworks. Intentional antiracism in supervision requires a proactive approach, where supervisors address individual and structural racism within current and historical contexts. Open dialogues about race, power, and privilege can help social workers develop the cultural sensitivity and self-awareness necessary to combat racial injustice in their own practice with individuals, families, and communities, as well as in their decision making. The article also highlights existing frameworks for integrating antiracist principles into supervision reflective practice, continuous professional development, and the use of antioppressive models. Through these efforts, social work supervision can serve as a transformative process, equipping practitioners to engage in culturally responsive, equitable, and just practices that better serve diverse populations. Ultimately, the authors endorse intentional antiracism in supervision using skilled dialogue to promote accountability, inclusivity, and ethical practice in the profession. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: <i>Copyright of Social Work is the property of Oxford University Press / USA and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract.</i> (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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