Discussion Prompt: Select a racial group from the Sue textbook (Chapter 14) and describe how a person’s identity is shaped by external factors such as race, culture, and socioeconomic status. Provide two specific examples of how you, as a practitioner, can use clients as experts in their own epistemological experiences and key informants to bridge cultural gaps when serving urban families and their children.
Length: 300-400 words
References:
- Support your post with at least 2 scholarly references from course readings or other peer-reviewed sources in APA format. One of which must be the Sue Chapter.
- You are required to respond to 1 classmate’s posts by sharing any similarities or differences between your peer’s post and your own experience or analysis.
Key Points to Address:
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Identity Formation:
- Choose one racial group from the Sue textbook (Chapter 14)
- Describe how external factors like race, culture, and socioeconomic status shape the identity of individuals within this group.
- Use scholarly references to support your discussion.
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Culturally Competent Practice:
- Provide two specific examples of how you can use clients as experts in their own lived experiences and as key informants to bridge cultural gaps in your practice.
- Relate these examples to working with urban families and their children.
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Peer Engagement due Sunday 11/24:
- Respond to at least 1 peer’s posts, adding meaningful insights, offering a different perspective, or asking questions to promote further dialogue.