Cultural Complexity Thinking by Social Workers in Their Address of Sustainable Development Goals in a Culturally Diverse South Africa

Zimba, Zibonele France

doi:10.1080/10428232.2020.1732270

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“…Social workers can use the SDGs as a guide to address complex issues that affect the communities in which they work. The values and principles of social work, such as equality, diversity, empowerment, respect for human rights, and social justice, align with the underlying principles of the SDGs [3][4][5]. This makes the SDGs an effective tool for social workers in the implementation of their professional values in practice.…”

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“…This makes the SDGs an effective tool for social workers in the implementation of their professional values in practice. This congruence between the values of social work and the principles of the SDGs allows social workers to promote social justice, respect for human rights, and equality while working to achieve the goals set by the SDGs [3,5]. However, there are significant challenges, such as climate crises, poverty, growing inequalities, economic recessions, and unemployment, which affect the implementation of the SDGs and present opportunities and challenges for professionals [2,6].…”

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Entrepreneurship among Social Workers: Implications for the Sustainable Development Goals

Pereira,

Rodrigues,

Veiga

2024

Sustainability

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The study’s objective is to analyze the entrepreneurial intentions of social workers and their impact on the SDGs. Furthermore, it seeks to explore social workers’ perceptions and attitudes towards entrepreneurship. Thus, this research aims to answer the following research questions: How do entrepreneurial intentions among social workers influence their contribution to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and what are the implications of these intentions for social work practices and policies within the framework of sustainable development? Based on a quantitative approach, this study leverages microdata from the 2018 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) survey. The dataset includes responses from 4545 social workers across 30 high-income countries. The study employs logistic regression analysis as the primary statistical method to delve into the determinants of entrepreneurial intentions among social workers within this diverse international sample. Key findings indicate that the aspiration to establish a future business is a significant factor, underscoring the importance of entrepreneurial intention in this context. Additionally, social workers in the private sector exhibit a greater predisposition to entrepreneurship compared to their public sector counterparts. The study’s implications for the SDGs are substantial, as promoting entrepreneurship among social workers can contribute to economic growth, poverty reduction, and reduced inequalities (SDGs 1, 8, and 10). It also emphasizes the importance of access to entrepreneurial education, sustainable job creation (SDG 4 and 8), and the development of partnerships among academic institutions, social assistance organizations, and entrepreneurial entities (SDG 17). Furthermore, the research highlights the significance of gender equality and access to entrepreneurial resources (SDGs 5 and 9) in fostering entrepreneurship among social workers.

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Entrepreneurship among Social Workers: Implications for the Sustainable Development Goals

Pereira,

Rodrigues,

Veiga

2024

Sustainability

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“…As discussed earlier, the underlying notion that a man is more dominant over a female, and has a right to use physical force on women, makes it next to impossible to ensure the protection of women. This mindset is further aggravated by lack of literacy (Zimba, 2020). Countries with a high illiteracy rate, further aid in creating a gap between the sex roles prevalent.…”

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“…It is the primary result of the patriarchal structure of the society. The deep rooted problem is not just con􀅫ined to one ambit but also gives birth to domestic violence, which can be considered as a key problem faced by women all over the world (Zimba, 2020).…”

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Meta-Analysis on Intrinsic Link Between Gender-Based Violence and Socio-Economic Disparity in Domestic and International Ambits

Akhter,

Baig,

Jamshed

et al. 2021

J. manag. pract. humanit I am. sci

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Gender-based violence is a deep-rooted problem and stems from the patriarchal structures of societies by virtue of which the laws existent on an international and national level have got little to no implementation. Domestic violence is considered a worldwide epidemic that stems its roots from Gender-based violence; it limits and exploits the rights and freedom of women. The objectives of this paper primarily focus on gender-based violence on a global scale, targeting the loopholes existent in International law. It further creates a linkage between gender-based violence and Human rights, primarily focusing on the hindrance caused by domestic traditions that are existent on a national level. Following the normative legal approach methodology of literature and content analysis. The 􀅫indings and rami􀅫ications of gender-based violence have a lasting impact on the psychology of an individual thus, there's an imperative need to take steps to curb it on a domestic as well as on an international level. Among the main implications of this research is the introduction of laws on an international level, along with a proper clari􀅫ication of the ambiguities prevalent in International treaties and laws, which would pave the way for the curtailment of gender-based violence on a broader scale, along with a reduction in the lasting impacts on the psychology of women. The original contribution of this research focuses on putting the responsibility on state governments to protect such a vulnerable group and analyze how their behavior is governed by way of International law. The study also aims at discussing the intrinsic link between gender-based violence and socio-economic disparity. Future research directions and policy implications are suggested.

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“…First, social work brings a unique approach in its effort to work across systems (individuals, community, government, private sector, and civil society), promoting the systemic change necessary to achieve the ambitious SDGs. In addition, social work practice that is guided by 'culture complexity thinking, can help accomplish the SDGs in a culturally contextualized and anti-oppressive way (Zimba, 2020). Social work is rooted in values such as justice, equity, and undoing oppression and marginalization, while using strengths-based and empowerment approaches to address factors across multiple systems (IFSW, 2018) and it is already practiced informally and formally around the globe.…”

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Application of social work in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals for children: A case study from Abkhazia

Haidar¹,

Akilova

Carlson

et al. 2021

International Social Work

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Social work can be an effective tool in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically those concerning children and families such as ending poverty, hunger, promoting good health, wellbeing, peace, justice, and strong institutions. Now, more than ever, with the COVID-19 pandemic, social work has a crucial role in promoting the SDGs through communities that are suffering from illness, isolation, grief, economic despair and mental health illness, and particularly to support children. Using a case study from the post-conflict partially recognized state of Abkhazia, this article will discuss how strengthening and expanding the social work profession can support communities striving to meet Sustainable Development Goals related to child outcomes. We will present the general social work model of practice and training program developed in Abkhazia, in collaboration with UNICEF.

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Cultural Complexity Thinking by Social Workers in Their Address of Sustainable Development Goals in a Culturally Diverse South Africa

Cited by 3 publications

References 27 publications

Entrepreneurship among Social Workers: Implications for the Sustainable Development Goals

Entrepreneurship among Social Workers: Implications for the Sustainable Development Goals

Meta-Analysis on Intrinsic Link Between Gender-Based Violence and Socio-Economic Disparity in Domestic and International Ambits

Application of social work in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals for children: A case study from Abkhazia

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