Class Thematic Seminar III - Social Work in Situations of Risk and Violence

The discipline aims to deepen the theoretical and practical understanding of Social Work in contexts of risk and violence. Through a critical and reflective approach, students will have the opportunity to analyze different forms of violence and the challenges they pose to professional intervention. The curricular unit encourages reflection on intervention methodologies, support networks, specialized services and public policies that guarantee the protection and promotion of the rights of populations in vulnerable situations.

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1. Current Paradigms and Debates in Social Work in the Scope of Risk and Violence  1.1. Introduction to the risk concept 1.1.1. Risk definition  1.1.2. Risk in social work 1.1.3. Risk identification and assessment models  1.1.4. Risk management in professional practice  1.2. Introduction to the violence concept 1.2.1. Definition of violence  1.2.2. Typology and nature of violence  1.2.3. Violence and masculinities  1.3. Social work intervention in risk and violence situations 1.3.1. Forensic social work: conceptual approach, skills and areas of activity  1.3.2. Procedures for action in risk and violence situations 1.3.3. Policies to promote the rights of crime victims    2. Practices and Programs for Protection and Prevention of Risk and Violence  2.1. In the intra-family context  2.2. In the context of childhood and youth  2.3. In the school environment  2.4. In the context of social reintegration and prison services  2.5. In the context of violence against vulnerable populations  

Teaching: Adoption of participatory methodologies, combining theoretical presentations, classroom exercises and debates. Seminars with experts and oral presentations will be held to encourage the practical application of knowledge. The analysis of documents, as well as the use of audiovisual materials, will facilitate the understanding of the topics.   Assessment: Assessment is continuous based on the following elements: 1) Written work (50%); 2) Oral presentation (30%); Active participation (10%); 3) Attendance and punctuality (10%). The average of the assessment elements must be greater than or equal to 9.5 points. The appeal exam consists of an individual written assignment (100%), the minimum grade for which to pass is 9.5 points.  

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