Tag: African Nova Scotians

Sep 18, 2025 — Closed space for Black & African Nova Scotian social workers to talk ethics & practice issues, and build connections for safe(r) social work

July 3, 2025 — Former Associate Registrar Bria Symonds shares a reflection for members considering applying for the role.

May 26, 2025 – To promote meaningful collaboration and true representation, we are engaging with partner organizations that serve equity-deserving groups, to increase our understanding the unique cultural context and needs of these communities.

May 22, 2025 — A community of practice for Black & African Nova Scotian social workers to talk ethics & practice issues, and build connections for safe(r) social work.

Jan 30, 2025 — African Heritage Month begins this weekend. The theme for 2025 is Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance.

February 27, 2025 — A community of practice for Black & African Nova Scotian social workers to talk ethics & practice issues, and build connections for safe(r) social work.

Feb 3, 2025 — A panel of three African Nova Scotian members of NSCSW share their insights into principles of Africentric social work practice.

Aug 1, 2024 — On this date in 1834, thousands of enslaved people of African descent were declared free here in Nova Scotia, and many more around the world.

April 9, 2024 — The Africentric Bachelor of Social Work Cohort (ABSWC) is seeking volunteer mentors to support their students during their learning journey.

1 Feb, 2024 — The 2024 African Heritage Month theme is Our Smiles, Our Joy, Our Resilience as African Nova Scotians. We invite social workers to celebrate and recognize the history and culture of people of African descent.