#culturalcompetence
Navigating interracial relationships takes cultural competence. The challenges of dating outside your race/culture—understanding different backgrounds, expectations, and norms. What’s normal in one culture may not be in another. #InterracialDating #CulturalCompetence
January 16, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Understanding social justice terminology is crucial for fostering meaningful conversations and driving change! 🗣️✨

#SocialJustice #EducateYourself #CulturalCompetence #CulturalUnderstanding #RespectAndRepresentation
January 4, 2026 at 11:21 PM
I'm so proud to be hosting this amazing speaker on Jewish Identity and Antisemitism, 10 DAYS AWAY!!! Panel discussion with Chicago Jewish Therapists to follow. Register and find out more: www.ilcounseling.org/events/Event...
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#Antisemitism #CulturalCompetence #CulturalHumility
December 30, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Supporting Refugee English Learners: Practical Strategies for Educators
Tune in for your daily dose of professional development! This episode features host Melissa Grinstead, a lead ESOL contributor for AWB Education, as she shares crucial insights and practical strategies for educators working with refugee English Learners (ELs). Refugee students often arrive with unique needs, including experiencing trauma and having limited formal education, which can present challenges in the classroom.Melissa addresses how educators can effectively support these resilient students by: - Addressing the impacts of trauma and limited formal education. - Developing strategies for overcoming significant language barriers. - Creating safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive classroom environments. - Partnering effectively with families through the use of interpreters and cultural liaisons. - Collaborating with district outreach programs to connect students and families with essential community resources. Melissa dispels common misconceptions about refugee students, highlights their inherent resilience and academic potential, and offers actionable strategies to build strong relationships, celebrate incremental gains, and foster a deep sense of belonging for every student.Sponsored by: Grundmeyer Leader Services and AWB Education.Find out more about our work and designing edge instructional practices and personalized coaching at: - https://awbeducation.org - https://grundmeyerleadersearch.com Listen to the full episode: https://push.fm/fl/yourmorningboost
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December 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM
The Sacramento City Unified board has taken a bold step by revising 18 key policies to combat discipline disproportionality and enhance student protections, paving the way for a more equitable educational environment.

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#CA #CitizenPortal #DisciplinePolicy #CulturalCompetence
Board adopts 18 policy revisions tied to Black Parallel School Board settlement, including limits on willful‑defiance suspensions
The board approved a second reading and adoption of 18 board policies connected to the Black Parallel School Board settlement action plan, updating discipline, harassment, and special education language and directing staff to develop administrative regulations and implementation steps.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Santa Clara County is making significant strides in expanding healthcare access with new specialty services, neighborhood clinics, and a focus on community health workers to better serve its diverse population.

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#SantaClaraCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #CulturalCompetence
County reviews first quarterly Latino Health Assessment report; officials outline clinic expansions and promotores plan
Santa Clara County officials presented the first quarterly implementation report for the Latino Health Assessment, detailing specialty services at Valley Health Center McKee and Saint Louis Regional Hospital, plans for neighborhood satellite clinics, a promotores/community health worker planning process, and a draft uniform data collection policy targeted for 2026.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Massachusetts leaders are pushing for H279 to create alternative paths to social-work licensure, arguing that exam disparities are costing communities skilled bilingual professionals.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #CulturalCompetence #LicensureReform #WorkforceDiversity
Debate over social-work licensure: unions and social workers seek alternative paths; national board warns of risks
Supporters of H279 argued that exam pass‑rate disparities block diverse, bilingual social workers from serving communities; national exam developer ASWB warned that eliminating exams could jeopardize compact membership and public protection.
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November 26, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 14, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 11, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 11, 2025 at 12:44 AM
For providers working in residential care, California's diverse population is something to be celebrated and understood.

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#culturalcompetence #eldercare #residentialcare #assistedliving #blogpost
Cultural Competence: The Secret to Better Care in California
When we take the time to understand and honor cultural differences, care becomes more personal, more effective, & more human.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Supporting LGBTQ+ clients takes understanding and advocacy. Join NASW’s Dr. Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, LICSW on Nov 21, Noon–1 pm ET.
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#SocialWork #NASW #LGBTQClients #CulturalCompetence #Advocacy #MentalHealth
November 7, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Mental health treatment works best when it reflects who we are.
Culturally competent care builds trust, improves outcomes, and saves lives.
Let’s make sure our stories, struggles, and healing are seen and heard.
#MentalHealthMonday #HealthEquity #CulturalCompetence #Minority #RepresentationMatters
November 4, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Inclusion by design, not by default.
Launch of the Culturally Competent Research Framework (CCRF)! Embed cultural competence into every stage of the research journey. ➡️ Explore the toolkit: psrc-ncl.nihr.ac.uk/2025/10/21/c...
#InclusiveResearch #CulturalCompetence #NIHR #EquityInResearch
Culturally competent research framework toolkit. - PSRC
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November 3, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Milwaukee's Office of Community Wellness and Safety is tackling alarming spikes in domestic violence with innovative programs and crucial support resources, but the challenges are mounting.

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#MilwaukeeMilwaukeeCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CulturalCompetence
Milwaukee health department briefs Youth Council on domestic violence prevention, local trends
The City of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety presented domestic violence and sexual‑assault prevention programs, local data and referral options to the newly seated Milwaukee Youth Council on Oct. 22, 2025, highlighting service gaps, diversion programs and culturally specific resources.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:33 AM
🌍 Cultural & Racial Disparities in Mental Health

Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone. Culture shapes how we feel, express and access care. Yet too often, not everyone is heard. Let’s build inclusion that listens. 💬

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#CulturalCompetence #Diversity
October 21, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Considering #culturalcompetence as a teacher and as a good human. #bias #equity
October 16, 2025 at 6:46 PM