SOWK Final Questions With Complete Solutions

Cultural Competence correct answer: the process by which individuals and systems respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, languages,classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religious and other diversity factors in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of the individual, family and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each linguistic competence correct answer: a commitment by individuals and organizations to communication that can be understood by all and encompasses such strategies as multicultural staff, language and sign interpreters, multicultural written and electronic materials and information that is sensitive to a diverse audience NASW & CSWE Mandate cultural competence correct answer: in 2008 language was added to code of ethics that calls social workers to respect and protect gender identity and immigration status. in 2001 code of ethics developed "cultural competence in social work practice" a set of ten standards for culturally competent practice Self awarness in SOWK correct answer: - to begin to understand clients' cultural perspectives, SW must understand their own beliefs and values - delving into the impact of one's behavior can be a painful process because it can involve becoming aware of one's prejudices and biases -cultural competence requires more than knowing about diversity; t requires the ability and skills to take action - need an extensive knowledge of persons different from yourself, an awareness and understanding of yourself, and skills that are appropriate for application with persons and groups different from yourself. How to be self aware correct answer: Identify ways you knowingly or unknowingly speak or act in ways that can result in discrimination of others. Recognize we all have biases. Examine your own diversity and its impact on your life. Strategies correct answer: Seek interactions with person or groups different from you. Attend festivals, museums, or arts events and ask questions about culture. Read magazines or newspapers targeted to a specific group with whom you are not familiar. Attend a service in a religious institution that is new to you. Read a book that portrays a different culture.