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The professional identity of social work

Monday 20 March, 1pm to 2pm

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The professional identity of social work

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About the session

Monday 20 March, 1pm to 2pm

Join this session as we explore the professional identity of social work.

Professor Carlene Firmin will explore what professional identity means in the context of child protection and multi-agency working. Ola, a senior social worker, will also share her experiences of working as a social worker in the North-East of England and what professional identity means to her.

Presenters

  • Professor Carlene Firmin – Durham University
  • Ola Tony-Obot – Senior Social Worker, Together for Children

Illustration drawn during the session:

Illustration created during Professional identity of social work session, themes captured of: interpersonal harm, what can social work do? child welfare led approach, identity shaped by experience.

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