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In this national moment of reckoning around issues of race and social justice, the School of Social Welfare is inviting a series of speakers to discuss issues of structural inequality, policy, and advocacy.

On Monday, October 19 we welcome...Read more about Social entrepreneur Trabian Shorters to speak on Monday 10/19

The Michael M. Davis Lecture Series brings renowned policy experts, researchers and commentators to the University of Chicago to explore the intersection of health policy and the broad needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged populations.

Professor Susan Stone's talk on Tuesday, October 20...Read more about Susan Stone to give Michael M. Davis Lecture at the University of Chicago

The importance of continuous child welfare reform that leads to the least intrusive, most effective and equitable service response demands an approach that builds on the science we have available.Read more about The Research Doesn’t Support Child Welfare Abolition (op-ed by Jill Duerr Berrick and others)

Every year, the School of Social Welfare recognizes a few of its most steadfast supporters. These awards are usually given out in person at the annual Dean's Circle Dinner, but in-person recognition was not possible this year and we are honoring the recipients virtually.

Daniela Medina talks about her path to UC Berkeley:

"The [Underground Scholars] program allowed me to see others who like myself, had followed extremely non-traditional paths to higher education. I always knew I was smart and capable from the time I picked up a book. But it took this...Read more about MSW student Daniela Medina: "Finding My Freedom through College"

We are proud to announce that Monica De La Cruz, PhD student in Social Welfare at UC Berkeley, has been selected to participate in one of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's leadership programs. These programs connect changemakers across the country—from every profession and field—to learn...Read more about PhD Student Monica De La Cruz selected for Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Health Policy Research Scholars

"Trump’s inability to renounce white supremacy... was on full display." Kurt Organista, Tina Sacks, and other UC Berkeley scholars share their takeaways from last night's presidential debate. Read more about Kurt Organista, Tina Sacks, and other Berkeley scholars’ biggest takeaways from first 2020 presidential debate

In this interview with CalRadio about the effects of the pandemic on research and how we view it, PhD candidate Cristina Gomez talks about the struggle for underrepresented researchers of color and what...Read more about PhD student Cristina Gómez-Vidal: "Reshaping How Research is Viewed, Accessed Amid The Pandemic"

Field Consultant and Lecturer Erica Gomes joined Berkeley Social Welfare in August 2019. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the non-profit sector providing clinical social work services for the past 20 years. She started her career as a Domestic Violence...Read more about New Faces: Field Consultant and Lecturer Erica Gomes

Psychologist Stephen Hinshaw has won the National Academy of Medicine’s 2020 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health for his...Read more about Stephen Hinshaw wins 2020 Sarnat Prize for mental health breakthroughs

The City of San Francisco announced the Abundant Birth Project, a first-of-its-kind program that provides targeted basic income to San Franciscans during pregnancy and for the first six months postpartum. Aimed at addressing disparities in maternal and infant health incomes — including...Read more about SF to give

The City of San Francisco announced the Abundant Birth Project, a first-of-its-kind program that provides targeted basic income to San Franciscans during pregnancy and for the first six months postpartum. Aimed at addressing disparities in maternal and infant health incomes — including,000 a month to Black, Pacific Islander expectant moms. Will it help bridge racial health gaps?

The Graduate School of Education and the School of Social Welfare are honored to welcome Dr. Crystal Marie Fleming, Professor of Sociology and Africana Studies and Associate Faculty in the Department...Read more about Dr. Crystal Fleming "How to Be Less Stupid About Race: A Sociologist Speaks" Sept. 17

Hadley Hall (MSW '61) founded the San Francisco AIDS Hospice in 1984 to ensure that individuals with AIDS had access to care and services at a time of fear and stigma around AIDS. He dedicated his career and volunteering to supportive services for the elderly, disabled, and terminally ill,...Read more about Alum Hadley Hall (MSW '61), founder of San Francisco AIDS Hospice, dies at 87

Join Congresswoman and alumna Barbara Lewis (MSW '75), the Honorable Elihu Harris, and other guests in a tribute to the life of John Lewis.

Friday, August 28, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

(the anniversary of the March on Washington)

...Read more about Congresswoman Barbara Lee (MSW '75) Honors John Lewis

Ambassador Attallah Shabazz, the eldest daughter of Dr. Betty Shabazz and Malcolm X Shabazz, gave an online address on Friday, August 21 as part of Berkeley Social Welfare's welcome events for new and returning students.

A producer, writer, and diplomat who has spoken throughout the...Read more about "I can't stop now": Ambassador Shabazz speaks to Berkeley Social Welfare

Berkeley Social welfare is honored to announce a gift of $250,000 to establish an endowed fellowship for MSW students, particularly students specializing in mental health.

The donors — an MSW alum from the class of 1979 and her husband — have made gifts to Berkeley Social...Read more about 0,000 gift establishes new fellowship for MSW students interested in mental health

"Racism is everywhere, and racism is inherently violent and lethal," Kerrison said. "There are too many people that have been clamoring about this for centuries." Erin Kerrison and other campus experts talk about structural issues in policing and the justice system.Read more about Erin Kerrison in Daily Cal: "‘Racialized dehumanization’: UC Berkeley experts weigh in on criminal justice"

“There’s a pervasive de-valuing of Black people's lives and Black people's bodies in general and Black women in particular.” Tina Sacks interviewed by Today.com about bias in medical care.Read more about Tina Sacks in Today: "What is implicit bias? The invisible racism that makes Black women dread the doctor's office"