Episode 77: Claire M

Episode 77: Claire M

Author: Yasmine Loupis February 17, 2023 Duration: 50:07

In this episode I speak with Claire, a community based social worker with experience initially in mental health before moving into the field of criminal justice. She has predominantly provided long term case management and support for women as they transition from prison back into the community. Claire is a strong advocate for assisting people to develop pathways and identities outside of the criminal justice system to reduce the numbers of people, particularly First Nations peoples cycling in and out of our prisons.


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This episode's transcript can be viewed here:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wyYbF7lQtl8bZANVHBsRvBatDqO7V-mHnCbfqXpix1o/edit?usp=sharing

Thanks to Kevin Macleod of incompetech.com for our theme music.


Yasmine Loupis hosts Social Work Spotlight, a series of conversations that go beyond the textbook definitions of social work. Each episode sits down with practitioners based in Sydney, Australia, pulling back the curtain on the day-to-day realities of their roles. You'll hear firsthand accounts from people working across diverse and often unexpected areas of practice, sharing stories that encompass both hard-won successes and the complex challenges inherent to the field. This podcast is built on the belief that understanding a profession comes from listening to the people doing the work. The discussions naturally extend into the practical resources, media, and tools these professionals use and recommend, offering a valuable roadmap for anyone curious about the human stories behind social work or considering a path into it. Tune in for an authentic, grounded look at a profession dedicated to supporting communities, one story at a time.
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