Episode 8 (S5). Journey of an Anti-Racist Social Worker. (feat. Shantel Thomas)

Episode 8 (S5). Journey of an Anti-Racist Social Worker. (feat. Shantel Thomas)

Author: Nadia, Fran, Eugene January 15, 2023 Duration: 47:34
Season 5 is in full swing people. Welcome to episode 8! In this episode, Nadia, Fran and Eugene are joined by the brilliant Shantel Thomas. Shantel is an Anti-Racism lead at the British Association of Social Workers (BASW) and shares her journey and experiences as an Anti-Racism lead. Shantel has a wealth of experience and knowledge and discusses what brought her into social work, her passion and the path she has taken to combat racism in social work. If you enjoy this episode then p...

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