Gender inequalities and violence: gaps in compulsory training in Social Work

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https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-748

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gender perspective, gender violence, gender, Social Work, curricula, optional subjects, social intervention, documentary analysis, university education

Abstract

Introduction: Social intervention and the response to gender violence must be addressed from a gender perspective, which requires specialized training and an explicit commitment to gender equality. Although this commitment is intrinsic to Social Work, the pandemic and increasing gender inequalities have challenged academia and the profession. Methodology: First, a literature review was conducted on the state of the issue. Second, a documentary analysis of the teaching guides from 37 Spanish universities was carried out to identify content related to gender, gender-based violence, and gender inequality in the courses. Results: The current starting situation was revealed. Courses that included these topics in their titles, content, and bibliographic references were examined. Discussion: The study reveals a concerning dissonance between academic aspirations and the practical implementation of teaching on gender inequalities and violence in Social Work in Spain. Conclusions: There is a significant disconnect between academic goals and practical teaching on gender. Recommendations and suggestions are proposed to improve practice and training.

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Pedro de la Paz Elez, University of Castilla-La Mancha

PhD from the Pontifical Comillas University (Madrid), International Migration Institute. Accredited Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Information Technologies in Talavera de la Reina (Toledo), University of Castilla-La Mancha. Lecturer in the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Member of the Research Group Colectivo-Alter-Acción. Specialist in research on social intervention, gender, migration, disadvantaged groups, and innovation in methodologies for social work intervention. Research experience in various international projects and multiple publications related to my research areas.

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2024-09-12

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de la Paz Elez, P. (2024). Gender inequalities and violence: gaps in compulsory training in Social Work. European Public & Social Innovation Review, 9, 1–14. https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-748

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