Working with domestic violence during lockdown – systemic responses
Jul 1, 2020During lockdown Frontline fellow Christina took part in a session by Dr Arlene Vetere on systemic working with families experiencing violence. The session came at a really good time and was an important reminder to consider creative ways of working with families and to hold professional anxiety at arm’s length.
Read moreWorking with domestic violence during lockdown – the challenges
Jun 29, 2020Working systemically with domestic abuse is crucial to ensure children and families are supported effectively. At this time, being creative and adapting our practice – while always prioritising safety – will make a huge difference for the families we’re working with.
Read moreLet’s talk about race and racism as social workers
Jun 24, 2020As social workers, we need to be at the forefront of tackling systemic racism to be truly anti-racist.
Read moreBehind closed doors, there are still many children in need of a social worker
Jun 10, 2020It is absolutely vital that we continue to build strong trusting relationships with the children and families we are supporting during the pandemic.
Read moreDespite the challenges, lockdown can strengthen our relationships with families
May 21, 2020Families are often reluctant to engage with social workers, but there seems to be a shift towards families valuing their social worker more.
Read moreCreativity in lockdown: finding new ways to support families
May 15, 2020Challenging times force us to look beyond our usual ways of working. The pandemic is pushing us towards more collaboration and more creativity.
Read moreCoronavirus: demonstrating the power of communities
Apr 29, 2020The hidden stars of the coronavirus crisis have been the hundreds of thousands of ordinary neighbours looking out for one another up and down the UK.
Read moreHappiness starts at home
Apr 16, 2020Despite the challenges of social distancing, social workers must continue to support families to make the little changes that make all the difference.
Read moreLockdown increases risk of abuse but communities can help
Apr 9, 2020The more time that at-risk families spend cooped up together, the more situations might escalate and spill over into abuse.
Read moreThe importance of building relationships
Mar 18, 2020Relationships are so crucial as a social worker, because you’re becoming involved with families and young people at a really vulnerable time for them. You want to support people to have the best outcomes during this tough time in their lives.
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