The Wayne State University School of Social Work invites you to join us for "Navigating Difference: Essential Skills for Understanding and Confronting Implicit Bias in Social Work Practice" presented by licensed professional counselor Janeé M. Steele, PhD.

Implicit bias is an inherent part of how human beings process the world—it doesn’t necessarily reflect intentional bigotry or prejudice. However, because it shapes our perceptions, judgments, and actions often outside of our conscious awareness, its impact can be profound, particularly in social work practice. In this webinar, participants will explore the critical role implicit bias plays in influencing client relationships, decision-making, and service delivery. Attendees will gain valuable strategies for recognizing and reflecting on their own biases, along with practical tools for navigating difference and confronting bias to foster greater cultural humility and equity in social work practice.

Janeé M. Steele, PhD is Core Faculty in the School of Counseling at Walden University. She received her doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from Western Michigan University and is a licensed professional counselor. Dr. Steele is also the owner of Kalamazoo Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, PLLC, where she provides therapy, supervision, and training in CBT. Her research and professional interests include clinician training, social justice advocacy, and culturally responsive treatments in therapy. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Three (3) Social Work CE's are available to attendees for free. Pre-registration for CE's is required via the RSVP form. All attendees seeking CE's must sign-in via the link posted to the chat and stay for the full event duration. Attendees will be able to download their certificate upon completion of the event quiz and evaluation. Learn about more upcoming WSU Social Work CE Events and Online Courses.

SPONSOR: This training is supported by the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Grant (BHWET), which works to increase the comprehensiveness of patient care, especially in medically underserved communities and the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training - Children, Adolescents, and Young Adult (BHWET-CAY) Program for Professionals, training MSW and PMHNP students to increase the supply and distribution of behavioral health providers in rural and underserved communities to address the behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 16-25). BHWET and BHWET-CAY are funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

CO-SPONSORS: Detroit Tri-County Social Work Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) “This training is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $3,200,000 with 0% percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.” Office of Practicum Education The Office of Practicum Education at WSU School of Social Work oversees the placement of BSW and MSW students at community agencies where they perform internship placement; practicum education is one of the five educational areas required by CSWE for accreditation.

RSVP's are required by no later than January 27, 2025. The Zoom link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP. Space is limited.