Vision
To be a vibrant, authentic, engaged department; recognised for the training and development of well-rounded, contextually relevant social development practitioners; responsive to the diverse needs and who can facilitate meaningful change and enhance well-being of people.
Mission
To engage in student-centred teaching and generate indigenous knowledge through research that is responsive to community needs; informs social work practice; underpinned by theories of social work, social and human sciences within a social development paradigm.
Values
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Empowerment/ growth oriented
We nurture / cultivate (energy, vibrancy, dynamic) propelling action and change, capacity to grow and change, empowerment
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Relational centred
We value relationships, therefore:
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We promote student-centred engagement
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We appreciate the uniqueness and individuality of our students / colleagues
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We embrace diversity in relationships
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We foster collaborative partnerships with all stakeholders
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Self-reflective
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We assume responsibility to enhance or self-awareness
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We promote a conducive environment that facilitates student self-awareness
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We actively create and utilise opportunities for continuous professional and personal development
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Contextually relevant
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We are committed to teaching and learning practice that is student-centred
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We facilitate training in Social work practice that is responsive to the community needs
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We utilise and generate indigenous /locally specific knowledge
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Well-rounded
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We are committed to producing graduates that are integrated, and, well-rounded