Lynne M. Healy

Bio: Lynne M. Healy is an academic researcher from University of Connecticut. The author has contributed to research in topics: Social work & Human rights. The author has an hindex of 14, co-authored 21 publications receiving 923 citations.

International Social Work: Professional Action in an Interdependent World

Abstract: FOREWARD BY KATHERINE A. KENDALL PREFACE CHAPTER 1 INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORK: WHAT IS IT AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? CHAPTER 2 THE HISTORY OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL WORK CHAPTER 3 INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACTION: A SELECTIVE HISTORY CHAPTER 4 SOCIAL WORK AROUND THE WORLD TODAY: CURRENT PRACTICE CHAPTER 5 GLOBAL INTERDEPENDENCE CHAPTER 6 INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 7 VALUES AND ETHICS FOR INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACTION CHAPTER 8 INTERNATIONAL RELIEF AND DEVELOPMENT PRACTICE BY LARA HERSCVITCH CHAPTER 9 INTERNATIONAL/DOMESTIC PRACTICE INTERFACE CHAPTER 10 UNDERSTANDING AND INFLUENCING GLOBAL POLICY CHAPTER 11 EDUCATION FOR INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACTION: CURRENT REALITIES, FUTURE CHALLENGES CHAPTER 12 CONCLUSION: SOCIAL WORK AS A FORCE FOR HUMANE GLOBAL CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS APPENDICES: IFSW CODE OF ETHICS, U.N. SUMMIT FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT - 10 COMITMENTS CHART - MILESTONES IN INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORK

Exploring the history of social work as a human rights profession

Abstract: English The IFSW has declared that social work is a human rights profession This historical review explores social work contributions to human rights The compatibility of principles, accomplishme

Universalism and cultural relativism in social work ethics

Abstract: EnglishGiven globalization and increasing multiculturalism, growing numbers of social workers face the challenges of respecting culture while upholding professional ethics. This article examines the perspectives of universalism and cultural relativism as applied to ethical decision-making in social work. A moderately universalist stance is recommended for social work, as valuing both diversity and human rights.FrenchFace a la mondialisation et a l'augmentation du multiculturalisme, un nombre croissant de travailleurs sociaux font face a des defis dans un contexte qui demande de tenir compte a la fois du respect culturel et de l'ethique professionnelle. Cet article examine l'application de prises de decisions ethiques dans des perspectives universalistes et de relativisme culturel en travail social. Une position universaliste moderee est recommandee pour le travail social, valorisant a la fois la diversite culturelle et les droits humains.SpanishDada la globalizacion y el multiculturalismo creciente, los t...

Ending the international-domestic dichotomy: new approaches to a global curriculum for the millennium

Abstract: This article calls for social work educators to abandon the conceptual separation of domestic and international content and move toward a curriculum with a truly global perspective. After reviewing the history and current state of the profession’s global-mindedness, the authors present three strategies for achieving a curriculum to meet students’ needs in the global environment of the millennium: the interim step of internationalizing the curriculum, then revising the profession’s value base, and adopting three unifying frameworks that offer channels for international dialogue and encourage a global outlook.

The international dimension in social work education: current efforts, future challenges

Abstract: Lynne M. Healy, PhD, is associate professor of social work at the University of Connecticut. While relatively few among the world’s social workers will practise in other countries, nearly all will practise in domestic contexts increasingly affected by internationally generated problems, such as refugee infiux, immigration disputes, rising oil prices, and prospects of nuclear war and its emotional fallout. Many social workers in Africa, parts of Asia, the USA, and, increasingly, Europe will practise in multi-cultural and multi-lingual environments. Thus, as professionals and as citizens, social workers will encounter the complexities of global interdependence. The importance of educating social workers to be sensitive to international issues has been addressed by many authors, and the word ’international’ will be used as a general term in this paper, as in the

Internationalization of Higher Education: Towards a Conceptual Framework

Abstract: Higher education has now become a real part of the globalization process: the cross-border matching of supply and demand. Consequently, higher education can no longer be viewed in a strictly national context. This calls for a broader definition of internationalization, which embraces the entire functioning of higher education and not merely a dimension or aspect of it, or the actions of some individuals who are part of it. This article provides a conceptual and organizational framework of internationalization of higher education, which includes a discussion on the meaning and definition of the term, a description of the various rationales for and approaches to internationalization, and an analysis of strategies of integrating international dimensions in a higher education institution.

Dilemmas of international social work: paradoxical processes in indigenisation, universalism and imperialism

Abstract: This paper explores current paradoxical processes in international social work concerning the global diffusion of the social work profession’s principles, values and practice methods or approaches. Some criticise these activities on the grounds that they are imperialistic. Others advocate strongly for the indigenisation of social work. Yet others believe in social work’s universality. This paper attempts to stimulate debate on, and promote greater understanding of, and mutual respect for, divergent views on these critical questions. It puts forward the notion that culture is an important consideration that enables indigenisation, retains universals yet avoids imperialism. International social work is on the horns of a three-pronged dilemma. The dilemma arises from the paradoxical directions or contradictory processes surrounding indigenisation, universalism and imperialism in social work. Crosscultural dialogue and exchange is moulding and shaping new forms of social work (indigenisation) while social work is, at the same time, trying to hold onto some form of common identity (universalism). This is taking place at the same time as efforts toward internationalising social work raise the spectre of westernisation and imperialism. Put another way, indigenisation raises challenges for universalisation and the challenges are compounded by international efforts which can quickly become imperialistic depending on what is proposed as ‘universal’ in social work. In this paper, it is suggested that culture can play an important role in enabling indigenisation and retaining universals while avoiding imperialism. The dilemmas raised by Tsang and Yan (2001) in relation to the development of social work in China provide an example of the way in which

Exploring the history of social work as a human rights profession

Abstract: English The IFSW has declared that social work is a human rights profession This historical review explores social work contributions to human rights The compatibility of principles, accomplishme