SOWK 630: Cultural Identity and Client-Centered Practice in Urban Settings

SOWK 630: Cultural Identity and Client-Centered Practice in Urban Settings

Instructions for Students:

Please select one racial or ethnic group discussed in the Sue, Rasheed, & Rasheed (2015) textbook on Multicultural Social Work Practice. In a 2–3 page paper (APA 7th edition, double-spaced), address the following:

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✍️ Part 1: Shaping of Identity

Describe how a person’s identity from your selected group is shaped by external factors, including but not limited to:

Race

Culture

Socioeconomic status

Historical or systemic oppression

Community or family values

Provide thoughtful insight into how these factors may impact the way individuals navigate systems (e.g., education, healthcare, child welfare, legal) in urban environments.

✍️ Part 2: Clients as Experts & Key Informants

Give two specific examples of how you, as a practitioner, can:

Use clients as experts in their own epistemological (knowledge-based) experiences

Engage clients as key informants to help bridge cultural gaps in service delivery for urban families and their children

✅ Requirements:

Length: 2–3 pages (not including title or reference page)

Formatting: APA 7th edition

Sources: Reference the Sue textbook and include at least two additional scholarly or reputable source

In-text citations and reference page are required

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Introduction

Cultural identity is never shaped in isolation—it is molded by history, social forces, family values, and the way society perceives different groups. For African Americans, identity formation has been particularly influenced by the enduring legacy of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism. These realities continue to affect not only how individuals view themselves but also how they are treated within social systems such as education, healthcare, child welfare, and the legal system (Sue, Rasheed, & Rasheed, 2015). At the same time, African American culture carries deep strengths, including resilience, kinship bonds, and strong spiritual traditions, which sustain individuals and families in urban environments. In multicultural social work practice, it is essential to understand these complex layers of identity while recognizing clients as experts in their lived experiences. This perspective ensures that service delivery is not only culturally responsive but also rooted in respect, collaboration, and empowerment.

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