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BESC 1071 - Psychology of Health and Wellness - Australian College of Applied Psychology

Assessment - Essay

Learning Outcomes

a) Describe what theory is and its link with practice.
b) Describe and discuss concepts of equality, fairness and social justice and how they underpin the philosophical base of social work.
c) Articulate social work values and ethics and describe the influence factors such as gender, ethnicity, ability, age and class have on shaping these values and ethical and cultural practices.
f) Demonstrate the use of ‘reflection' in theory and practice in order to be able to respond to more complex issues with people and communities.

Details and Instructions

This task is an introduction to using critical theory in a practice setting.

You are a social worker in a remote rural town in NSW that has a large Indigenous population who are active in the Community Centre where you are working. A number of elders approach you about the recent Bill Leak cartoon that they have viewed in the Newspaper and are angry about it. They want to know your thoughts and what they can do in response.

Using post-structuralism, provide a brief analysis of the cartoon:
• Utilise post-structuralism's consideration of culture, power and language to discuss how the cartoon has constructed a representation of reality and outline the dangers of this.
• Explore the concept of "power" and explore how minority voices are missing or even silenced by this cartoon depiction.
• Use critical social work theory to suggest some approaches the elders and community could take in addressing this cartoon and the harmful portrayal of Indigenous people, it perpetuates.
• Refer to relevant social work values and ethics in your answer.

You will be assessed on:

1. Demonstrated understanding of post-structuralism
2. Exploration of "power" in relation to the discourse perpetuated by this cartoon
3. Critical reflection on the impact of harmful discourse upon minority groups
4. Application of critical social work theory to this practice context
5. Reference to relevant social work values and ethics
6. Structure and development of analysis
7. Clarity of expression
8. Grammar, punctuation and spelling
9. Referencing using APA (6th edition) conventions

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