About the Course
Ever wondered how hip-hop culture can transform your approach to supporting youth in care? Dive into a workshop that reveals the power of hip-hop as a tool for healing, emotional regulation, and growth. This dynamic session is designed to equip foster parents, caseworkers, CASA volunteers, and everyone on a youth's care team with the knowledge and skills to leverage hip-hop culture in meaningful ways, fostering empowerment, connection, and cultural identity.
Experience an interactive exploration of the theoretical foundations of hip-hop social work, including cultural relevance, empowerment theory, critical social theory, strengths-based perspective, and trauma-informed care. Through engaging activities, real-life examples, and practical strategies, you'll discover how to build authentic connections with youth in care and support their emotional and developmental growth, even if hip-hop isn't your personal passion. Uncover the secrets of cultural humility and learn everyday tactics to integrate hip-hop into your work, creating a meaningful and lasting impact in the life of a young person in care.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the theoretical foundations of hip-hop social work, including cultural relevance, empowerment theory, critical social theory, strengths-based perspective, and trauma-informed care.
- Develop cultural humility by exploring the significance of hip-hop culture in the lives of youth in care, many of whom navigate additional systemic barriers, and recognizing its role in identity formation.
- Apply practical strategies to use hip-hop culture in establishing connections with youth in care, building rapport, and supporting their developmental and academic growth.
- Utilize trauma-informed practices incorporating hip-hop culture to support the healing and resilience of youth in care.