In this workshop, you will master the art of crafting impactful resumes and cover letters tailored for the social work profession. This workshop provides practical guidance on presenting your skills, experiences, and achievements in a way that resonates with potential employers. Participants will learn how to customize their application materials to specific job requirements, creating
This comprehensive workshop not only guides participants in optimizing their LinkedIn profiles to create a compelling personal brand but also emphasizes effective job searching strategies on the platform. Learn how to strategically showcase your skills, achievements, and passion for social work to stand out to potential employers. Delve into networking strategies, discover how to join
Imposter syndrome can hinder career growth and confidence, especially for new social work graduates. In this workshop, participants will explore the roots of impostor syndrome and develop strategies to overcome self-doubt. Through interactive discussions and exercises, attendees will gain tools to recognize and combat impostor feelings, allowing them to navigate their early career with increased
One of the most pressing humanitarian challenges of our time is the global refugee crisis, with more than 40 million refugees worldwide. As with many complex societal challenges, businesses have an important role to play in alleviating human suffering and advancing well-being while creating shared value for a broad range of stakeholders. Join the Responsible
In partnership with Georgetown University's Hoyas with Pride, the Rainbow Rams Affinity Chapter invites you to attend a virtual event for our LGBTQ+ Spiritual Dialogue Series. Join us as we hear from James Martin, SJ, founder of Outreach, and Chris Lawton, CSP, pastor of the Church of St. Paul the Apostle, in a thoughtful conversation
Completion of this Graduate School of Social Service class will result in the receipt of two (2) continuing education hours. In modern Western society, grief is not granted permission to exist, to be felt, without barriers. Grief of all types, including grief through death as well as grief engendered by serious illness, ambiguous losses, and
Completion of this class will result in the receipt of two (2) continuing education hours. More patients are seeking to hasten their deaths by voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) than by medical aid in dying (MAID). There are two main reasons for this development. First, this end-of-life option has received significant media attention over
Completion of this GSS class will result in the receipt of one and one-half (1.5) continuing education hours. This interactive presentation will describe the concept of ambiguous loss and illustrate how it shows up in hospice and palliative social work practice. Case examples and considerations for clinical intervention, organizational policy, and social work interprofessional practice
Prepare for social work job interviews with this comprehensive workshop. Participants will receive guidance on effective interview strategies, common social work interview questions, and techniques for articulating their skills and experiences confidently. Additionally, the workshop will cover salary negotiation best practices specific to the social work profession, empowering participants to secure competitive compensation packages.
Whether facilitating a family meeting, conducting an advance care planning conversation, or providing discharge planning, health social workers are involved as educators in almost every aspect of their practice, yet few have had explicit training to maximize their effectiveness in this role. This interactive webinar will cover principles of adult education (andragogy) and explore strategies
This workshop is designed to help social workers explore and define their career paths. Participants will engage in self-reflection and goal setting to identify their ideal roles within the social work field. Whether you are a recent graduate or looking to transition within the profession, this workshop will provide valuable insights to shape your career
This presentation will cover a range of issues that arise when mental health professionals conduct evaluations for Immigration Court. The nature and focus of forensic mental health evaluations in the context of Immigration Court proceedings will be discussed in order to set a framework for understanding the roles that psychologist (and other mental health professionals)
Imposter syndrome can hinder career growth and confidence, especially for new social work graduates. In this workshop, participants will explore the roots of impostor syndrome and develop strategies to overcome self-doubt. Through interactive discussions and exercises, attendees will gain tools to recognize and combat impostor feelings, allowing them to navigate their early career with increased
Fordham's Alliance for Better Health would like to invite you to an online conversation on Thursday, May 8 with Dr. Rita Charon, who originated the field of narrative medicine. She is the Bernard Schoenberg Professor of Social Medicine and Professor of Medicine and the founding chair of the Department of Medical Humanities and Ethics at
The provision of whole-person care requires us to recognize the multidimensional impact that living with a serious illness has on each aspect of a patient’s quality of life. Conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment lays the groundwork for the sensitive exploration of how serious illness and its treatment influence medical decision-making, especially for those who have
The FitzSimons Presidential Initiative on Civics and Civility is hosting a virtual Q&A with Mónica Guzmán, author of the best-selling book, I Never Thought of It That Way. This conversation will be facilitated by Brenna Moore, Ph.D., chair of the theology department. Guzmán will discuss her book, our current politically polarized climate, and several other
Join immigration attorneys from Fragomen for a discussion on the current immigration environment, including travel, rights, and responsibilities. This session will cover: Discussion of key developments in the current immigration environment Key considerations for international travel Understanding how to navigate encounters with ICE or other government officials Other important practical tips for noncitizens in the current
The GSS Black Alumni Caucus is a virtual space for self-identified Black alumni of Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service (GSS). Fordham GSS is holding space for you to connect with other Black alums and with GSS in order to create a relaxed and affirming environment where we can support one another. Host: BAC
Prepare for social work job interviews with this comprehensive workshop. Participants will receive guidance on effective interview strategies, common social work interview questions, and techniques for articulating their skills and experiences confidently. Additionally, the workshop will cover salary negotiation best practices specific to the social work profession, empowering participants to secure competitive compensation packages.
The GSS Black Student Caucus is a virtual meeting for self-identified Black students of Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service (GSS). Fordham GSS is holding space for you to connect with other Black students and with GSS in order to create a relaxed and affirming environment where social, support, mentorship, and activism activities occur.
This comprehensive workshop not only guides participants in optimizing their LinkedIn profiles to create a compelling personal brand but also emphasizes effective job searching strategies on the platform. Learn how to strategically showcase your skills, achievements, and passion for social work to stand out to potential employers. Delve into networking strategies, discover how to join
The GSS Jewish Student Caucus is a space for self-identified Jewish students and faculty of Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service (GSS). Our goal is to provide a safe space to connect around Jewish life on campus and issues concerning the larger Jewish community. Our activities include discussions, social support, resource sharing, education, and
Gender-based violence transcends age, culture, and geography, affecting individuals at every stage of life. This conference aims to not only deepen our understanding of GBV but also how it manifests, evolves, and impacts individuals across the lifespan. With a focus on key life stages, including childhood and adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood, and later years,
This year, we’ll gather from the comfort of our homes, each enjoying our own bread and soup as we come together for an important conversation. Special Guest Speaker: Janna Heyman, Ph.d., L.M.S.W., Professor and Endowed Chair of the Henry C. Ravazzin Center on Aging and Intergenerational Studies Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Service Professor
To the extent that Middle Eastern Christians register in Euro-American political imaginaries, they are usually invoked to justify Western military intervention into countries like Iraq or Syria, or as an exemption to anti-Islamic immigration policies because of an assumption that their Christianity makes them easily assimilable in the so-called “Judeo-Christian” West. Using the tools of
