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SUMMARY:Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to FIFSW students only.  \n \nJoined by Shawnette Thompson\, the purpose of the practice consultation sessions is to provide Black-identifying social work students with an opportunity to receive advice\, mentorship\, and general support from a Black clinical social worker around how to navigate issues that may arise in their own practice while on practicum and professionally. This space has been created as a braver space for Black-identifying students to share and explore their experiences. \nShawnette Thompson (she/her) brings to the role of Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Student’s Association over 15 years of rich experience in social work. This experience spans across private practice\, community programs\, mental health clinics\, universities\, group homes\, and adolescent treatment facilities. Her extensive career has included roles as a child and youth worker\, an individual and family therapist\, a manager of community programs\, and most recently\, the Supervisor of Clinical Affairs at U of T’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work’s Talk It Out Clinic. Shawnette also continues to actively maintain a private practice\, providing therapy to couples\, individuals\, and families\, in addition to providing clinical consultation to social workers in the field. \nAs a Black cisgender female of Caribbean descent\, Shawnette is deeply invested in the mentorship of future social work professionals\, with a focus on dismantling Anti-Black racism and fostering culturally responsive practices. Her appointment as the Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Students’ Association at FIFSW is a testament to her dedication and collaborative spirit. \nIn this role\, Shawnette is committed to creating a nurturing environment that not only respects the shared identities of Black students but also promotes the personal and professional\, development of each individual. \nRegister for the Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/practice-consultation-for-black-identifying-social-work-students-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Students
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SUMMARY:EDI Speaker Series: Reshma Dhrodia & Ben Boynton- A 2-day AODA workshop theme: language\, accessibility & ableism- Room 548
DESCRIPTION:*In order to earn CCR Recognition\, students must attend both days* (March 4th & 5th) \nThis event is open to all MSW and PhD students at FIFSW. \nBen Poynton was drawn to his work by an interest in the philosophical underpinnings of human rights and how they support social justice. He provides support and guidance to the University’s senior leadership on Accessibility\, EDI\, and Universal Design. He has been instrumental in advancing the University’s AODA commitments through the application of an intersectional lens and a community-based approach. \n  \n  \n  \nReshma is a trauma-informed social worker and educator whose work focuses on enhancing individual\, communal\, and institutional EDI as well as creating and implementing harm reduction and violence prevention strategies. Prior to joining the Faculty of Music\, she worked for six years at Accessibility Services on St. George campus. There\, she supported thousands of students as an Accessibility Advisor\, managed a large team of Accessibility Advisors\, and chaired the office’s first EDI Committee. In 2021\, her work was recognized when she received the Jill Matus Excellence in Student Services award. She is actively involved in governance\, serving on the University Affairs Board for two years\, the board of the Urban Alliance on Race Relations since 2014\, and the Leonard Foundation since 2020.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/edi-speaker-series-reshma-dhrodia-ben-boynton-a-2-day-aoda-workshop-tba-theme-language-accessibility-ableism-2/
LOCATION:SK 548\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:EDI Speakers Series,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T131500
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20231103T144111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T172638Z
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SUMMARY:EDI Speaker Series: Reshma Dhrodia & Ben Boynton- A 2-day AODA workshop theme: language\, accessibility & ableism- Room 548
DESCRIPTION:*In order to earn CCR Recognition\, students must attend both days* (March 4th & 5th) \nThis event is open to all MSW and PhD students at FIFSW. \nBen Poynton was drawn to his work by an interest in the philosophical underpinnings of human rights and how they support social justice. He provides support and guidance to the University’s senior leadership on Accessibility\, EDI\, and Universal Design. He has been instrumental in advancing the University’s AODA commitments through the application of an intersectional lens and a community-based approach. \n  \n  \n  \nReshma is a trauma-informed social worker and educator whose work focuses on enhancing individual\, communal\, and institutional EDI as well as creating and implementing harm reduction and violence prevention strategies. Prior to joining the Faculty of Music\, she worked for six years at Accessibility Services on St. George campus. There\, she supported thousands of students as an Accessibility Advisor\, managed a large team of Accessibility Advisors\, and chaired the office’s first EDI Committee. In 2021\, her work was recognized when she received the Jill Matus Excellence in Student Services award. She is actively involved in governance\, serving on the University Affairs Board for two years\, the board of the Urban Alliance on Race Relations since 2014\, and the Leonard Foundation since 2020.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/edi-speaker-series-reshma-dhrodia-ben-boynton-a-2-day-aoda-workshop-tba-theme-language-accessibility-ableism/
LOCATION:Room SWK 548\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:EDI Speakers Series,Students
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240311T131500
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
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SUMMARY:FIFSW Strategic Plan: MSW student focus group session
DESCRIPTION:FIFSW is in the process of developing our next strategic priorities and academic plan. As part of this process\, we want to engage as many stakeholder voices as possible to ensure the plan is relevant and meaningful for the entire Faculty. The student voice is essential to this work. \nAll MSW students are invited to join us for a 1-hour focus group facilitated by members of The Potential Group. This interactive\, online session will be held on March 11th from 12:15-1:15pm. Please register below to save your spot and get the Zoom connection information. \nRegister in advance for this online meeting \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\nLearn more about the Strategic Planning process \nIn addition to the focus group session\, all members of FIFSW’s community are invited to provide feedback via an online survey consisting of 5 open-ended questions. \nComplete our online survey
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/strategic-plan-msw-student-focus-group-session/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240312T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240312T131500
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
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SUMMARY:Professional Skills Development Series: Lorie Shekter-Wolfson- "Now that I have my MSW\, now what?"- Room 548
DESCRIPTION:*Workshop open to all FIFSW MSW students* \n\nLorie Shekter-Wolfson is an experienced clinician\, administrator and consultant. A graduate from the University of Toronto Masters of Social Work program and several Executive programs at the Rotman School of Management\, she has worked in a variety of settings and roles\, including health care\, education\, government and community. Her invaluable first-hand experience as a leader and change agent has been very helpful for those institutions and businesses undergoing change. In addition\, her expertise in interprofessional and team-based care has led to several award winning initiatives. Lorie has held a variety of positions including President and CEO of JVS Toronto\, Dean and AVP Waterfront Campus\, George Brown College and Director of Social Work\, The Toronto Hospital (now UHN). As President of JVS\, Lorie led the organization through a time of tremendous change\, including addressing its financial challenges\, a new strategic framework\, new Mission\, Vision and Values\, and implementing a more efficient governance model. \n\nAs Dean and AVP Waterfront Campus at George Brown College\, Lorie was a member of the senior management team. Lorie co-led the development\, design and implementation of George Brown College’s new $175M Waterfront Campus that opened in Fall 2012. The Campus houses the Centre for Health Sciences and is designed to embrace an Interprofessional learning framework. Lorie has also authored articles on social work\, marital and family therapy\, interprofessional education and its impact on design\, as well as two books on eating disorders. Lorie is the recipient of the Colleges Ontario 2010 Exemplary Service Award and the Ontario Association of Social Workers’ 2011 Inspirational Leader Award. Over the years\, Lorie has been an active member on several agency and government committees\, education and professional committees and boards both locally and across Canada; as well as community boards and has been the recipient of several United Way Spirit Awards. Lorie is currently a member of the Dean’s Advisory Committee at the Faculty of Social Work\, University of Toronto and sits on the Board of BAYCREST Hospital and Apotex and is the Committee Chair of Quality and Safety.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/professional-skills-development-series-lorie-shekter-wolfson-now-that-i-have-my-msw-now-what/
LOCATION:Room SWK 548\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Professional Skill Development Series,Students
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240318T131500
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UID:46721-1710720900-1710767700@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Health Equity Grand Rounds 2024: Transforming Health Systems: Advancing Health Equity with Black Communities
DESCRIPTION:This event is for FIFSW students only. \nRegister for Transforming Health Systems: Advancing Health Equity with Black Communities\nAbout our featured speaker\n \nKevin Haynes is the Senior Manager\, Black Health Strategy for the Provincial System Support Program (PSSP) at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. He is responsible for leading the provincial expansion of the Substance Abuse Program for African Canadian and Caribbean Youth (SAPACCY)\, the first-ever Canadian hospital and community partnership focused on advancing care for Black youth. Kevin’s role also includes supporting the advancement of health equity for Black communities via PSSP’s role in supporting Ontario Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Centre of Excellence’s Provincial Clinical Programs portfolio\, as well as supporting the advancement of Ontario’s Black Health Plan. Kevin is also the Co-Chair of the Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Panel (MHAAP) with the Toronto Police Services Board. In this capacity\, he provides leadership to the panel\, which has a mandate to review\, provide advice and make recommendations to the Board related to monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Toronto Police Service’s Mental Health and Addictions Strategy\, and other matters related to policy involving mental health and addictions issues. \nAbout The Health Equity Grand Rounds\nThe Health Equity Grand Rounds focuses on equity issues related to health and mental health practice. It involves talks by experts focused on key themes in the field. There will be 5 Grand Rounds scheduled in the 2023-2024 academic year. FIFSW students can earn a certificate of completion by attending a minimum of 4 rounds throughout the academic year. For any questions\, please contact Peter Sheffield or Dr. Rachelle Ashcroft.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/transforming-health-systems-advancing-health-equity-with-black-communities/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building room Sk 548
CATEGORIES:Health Equity Grand Rounds,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240320
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SUMMARY:Graduation Photos for the Graduation Class of 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nNew Paramount Studios is offering another session to FIFSW students to take graduation photos. \nBook early to make sure you are included in your Graduation Composite. Spaces fill fast! (Please note that to appear on the college program composites\, you must have your photograph taken.) \nLocation: Room 648\, FIFSW building \nSitting fee: $25 cash paid at the time of sitting. \nTo book your appointment: \n\nVisit www.newparamount.com\nSelect “Book”\nRegister as a new User\nRe-enter and select “University/College”\nChoose UT Social Work Only\nBook your Date & Time\n\nFor any student who is unable to make this session\, they may call the studio (416-653-5103 ) or go online to book a separate appointment.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/graduation-photos-for-the-graduation-class-of-2024/
LOCATION:FIFSW\, 246 Bloor Street W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20240229T215011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T215011Z
UID:49597-1711130400-1711137600@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students
DESCRIPTION:This event is for current FIFSW students only.  \n \nJoined by Shawnette Thompson\, the purpose of the practice consultation sessions is to provide Black-identifying social work students with an opportunity to receive advice\, mentorship\, and general support from a Black clinical social worker around how to navigate issues that may arise in their own practice while on practicum and professionally. This space has been created as a braver space for Black-identifying students to share and explore their experiences. \nShawnette Thompson (she/her) brings to the role of Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Student’s Association over 15 years of rich experience in social work. This experience spans across private practice\, community programs\, mental health clinics\, universities\, group homes\, and adolescent treatment facilities. Her extensive career has included roles as a child and youth worker\, an individual and family therapist\, a manager of community programs\, and most recently\, the Supervisor of Clinical Affairs at U of T’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work’s Talk It Out Clinic. Shawnette also continues to actively maintain a private practice\, providing therapy to couples\, individuals\, and families\, in addition to providing clinical consultation to social workers in the field. \nAs a Black cisgender female of Caribbean descent\, Shawnette is deeply invested in the mentorship of future social work professionals\, with a focus on dismantling Anti-Black racism and fostering culturally responsive practices. Her appointment as the Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Students’ Association at FIFSW is a testament to her dedication and collaborative spirit. \nIn this role\, Shawnette is committed to creating a nurturing environment that not only respects the shared identities of Black students but also promotes the personal and professional\, development of each individual. \nRegister for the Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/practice-consultation-for-black-identifying-social-work-students-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240325T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240325T131500
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20231218T164823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T155909Z
UID:47862-1711368900-1711372500@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:OASW Information Session- Room 702
DESCRIPTION:Breanne is a Social Worker with experience in direct practice\, community development and community-based research. She is an Engagement Associate with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)\, supporting the Local Engagement Network program and student engagement portfolio.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/oasw-information-session/
LOCATION:SK 702\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Professional Skill Development Series,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240325T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240325T131500
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20240313T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182234Z
UID:50018-1711368900-1711372500@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Just Checking In
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to FIFSW students only.  \nThe Black Social Work Student Association (BSWSA) and Tamil Social Work Student Association (TSWSA) presents the “Just Checking In” event! FIFSW students are invited to unplug\, rejuvenate\, and connect with other students as the semester comes to an end. \nRSVP for the “Just Checking In” event! Food will be provided – spots are limited to 30 students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/just-checking-in/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building RM 620\, 246 Bloor Street W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20231218T165102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T143513Z
UID:47864-1711454400-1711459800@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:OCSWSSW Information Session for the Class of 2024 Graduates
DESCRIPTION:                                The GSA has organized an “OCSWSSW Information Session: Registration with the College” virtual event scheduled for March 26th\, 2024\, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. \nThis session will provide insights into the registration process and the benefits of registering with the college. \nRegister for OCSWSSW Information Session for the Class of 2024\nThe deadline for registration is March 10th\, 2024\, by 11:59 p.m. \nShould you have any questions for this session\, please fill out the question section in the registration form. \nIf you have any further questions about the event\, please contact the GSA or visit the GSA’s website. \nPlease see the video recording of a past information session here.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/ocswssw-information-session-for-class-of-2024-graduates/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Skill Development Series,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T180725
CREATED:20240229T214820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T200311Z
UID:49593-1711648800-1711656000@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Practice Consultation for International Social Work Students
DESCRIPTION:This event is for current FIFSW students only. \n \nJoined by Janany Jayanthikumar\, the purpose of the practice consultation sessions is to provide international social work students with an opportunity to receive advice\, guidance\, and general support from a clinical social worker around how to culturally adapt and navigate issues that may arise in their own practice while on practicum and professionally. This space has been created as a braver space for international students to share and explore their experiences. \nJanany has a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a specialization in health and mental health. She has diversified experience working in clinical and academic settings\, including The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre\, The Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids)\, The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)\, The Scarborough Health Network\, the University of Toronto\, York University\, Lakehead University and Seneca College. \nAs an experienced clinical social worker and educator\, Janany has extensive knowledge utilizing and evaluating evidence-based practices. She is extremely passionate about educating the next generation of clinicians\, and providing quality clinical care that is equitable and culturally responsive. In addition to her clinical work\, Janany teaches\, provides clinical supervision\, and is a faculty-field liaison at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work and Seneca College. Her areas of expertise include evidence-based practices\, program development\, simulation and research. \nRegister for the Practice Consultation for International Social Work Students!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/practice-consultation-for-international-social-work-students-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Students
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