As a parent and a social worker I consume content created by parents and for parents. Social media is a minefield and we are in a time where 'honest' parenting is celebrated. But what happens when brutal honesty crosses a line into abusive or offensive language... should there be accountability about this? 

I see middle age white women talking about their children on social media using words that would be viewed as emotional abuse in a safeguarding context. I am so grateful to Dr Emma for joining me to unpick the nuances of this conversation. 

Join me and Dr Emma Svanberg as we talk about the intersections of parenting and social media, what we consume, what we share and the layers of influencing. 

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This is a podcast response to a question on social media. I've never been a manager but I hear from them almost as much as I hear from new social workers so hopefully this insight offers some balance, as well as practical suggestions for those struggling! 

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I asked my instagram followers what they wanted me to cover in an episode and Becki (hi!) said she was a NQSW feeling overwhelmed and couldn't stop overthinking... so this is for you! 

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Yes it's a made up theory but hopefully it will serve as a niche reminder for you as a new social worker - useful reflection for making decisions! 

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I've been asking myself this question recently and I think it will help you, whether you are thinking about macro or micro social work.

Let me know what you think and share your feedback - I love hearing your thoughts! 

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This was supposed to be an end of summer update but I blinked and it's October. 

Listen for a big update on Social Work Sorted/The Social Work Collective, navigating work and home education, new ventures and goals plus a reflection on changing routines and boundaries. 

I'm so grateful to you for listening and for your loyalty to this podcast so thought I'd share some of the behind the scenes for you! 

Let me know if you like this style of episode! 

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Join me in conversation with the amazing Natalie Robertson from The Social Life as we chat about our experience as new social workers, from skin issues, to managing workloads and more. 

All the things we wish we knew and will be sharing with you in our upcoming masterclass. 


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In this episode, recorded at the end of the summer holidays and clearly demonstrating a big overshare, I talk about our habits when it comes to asking from permission.

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https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2024/05/16/new-rshe-guidance-what-it-means-for-sex-education-lessons-in-schools/

Danny's recommendations:

Read

Pledge of Pride document - https://www.lgbtyouthincare.com/leaving-care-with-pride

Straight Jacket by Matthew Todd - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Straight-Jacket-Matthew-Todd/dp/0552778400 

Stonewall charity - https://www.stonewall.org.uk

InterACT Intersex advocacy - https://www.instagram.com/interact_adv/

Listen

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness Podcast discussion on Intersex - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-can-we-put-the-i-in-lgbtqia-with-alicia-roth-weigel/id1068563276?i=1000541302609

Watch

Heartstopper (Netflix) - for the Queer teenage dream.

It's a Sin (channel 4/Netflix/Disney) - for a thought provoking and realistic understanding of the HIV/Aids crisis. Very emotive series.

Call me by your name (Netflix/Prime) - Romantic teenage gay coming of age film.

RENT (ironically you need to rent this...Amazon/Youtube) - for Queer brilliance in musical form!

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