Why Don't We Talk About This?
You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Talking about Political Social Work with Victor Manalo, Ph.D, MSW
Victor discusses his journey from macro social work to advocating for social workers' involvement in politics. He emphasized the importance of local government and his role in Higher Education. Additionally, he shares that his “Why?” regarding running for president elect of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is to address membership decline and improve chapter support. Victor highlights the need for social workers to balance micro and macro practice, engage in community advocacy, and foster respectful relationships with elected officials.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ role of political social workers
+ challenges and misconceptions within social work
+ balancing macro and micro practice
+ journey with NASW and vision
+ power of listening and compassion
Guest Bio:
Victor earned a Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. For over 25 years, he has taught policy, political practice, and community organizing in the School of Social Work at California State University, Los Angeles. Victor has been an active member of NASW since 1991.
Victor is a former Mayor and Councilman for the City of Artesia, California, Chairman of the Artesia Planning Commission, Commissioner for the Los Angeles County Behavioral Health Commission, and local government consultant.
Contact/Socials:
Email: victor@victormanalo.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.macro.social.worker
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-manalo
Website: www.VictorManalo.com
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