The Social Work is Everywhere Podcast highlights social work practice, research and expertise in various industries and roles across the globe. Hosted by University of Maryland School of Social Work faculty, this podcast explores and informs how social work shows up everywhere in society.
Invested in the Behavioral Health and Wellbeing of Communities: Spotlight on the BHWISE Fellowship Program
Inside the University of Maryland School of Social Work's Behavioral Health Workforce Integration Service and Educational (BHWISE) SUDIF Fellowship: MSW Alumni Share Practicum Experiences, Training, and Career Paths in Substance Use and Behavioral Health. Latavia Little of the University of Maryland School of Social Work introduces BHWISE fellowships and highlights the two-year Substance Use Disorders Interventions Fellowship (SUDIF), which provides MSW students specialized training, financia...
19 Aug 2026
Social Work and Leadership: How Interdisciplinary Training and Experiences Opens Career Pathways
In this episode of the Social Work is Everywhere Podcast, Fulvio Cativo, Associate Dean of External Affairs, chats with Tisha Edwards, MSW’00, JD’01, President and CEO of the Maryland Bankers Association, member of the University of Maryland School of Social Work Board of Advisors, and University System of Maryland Board Regent. Tisha shares how her upbringing and undergraduate experience motivated her to pursue a dual master’s degree in social work and law at the University of Maryland...
12 Jun 2026
UMSSW Alumni Perspectives and Advice for the Class of 2026
In “Alumni Perspectives and Advice for the Class of 2026,” host Connie Sgarlata (UMSSW MSW ’89) welcomes University of Maryland School of Social Work alumni Lori James-Townes (MSW ’91), Kathryn Zimmerman (MSW ’20), and Jamel Freeman (MSW ’25) to share their social work journeys, defining experiences at the School, and their views on the future of the profession. Lori James-Townes, executive director of the National Association for Public Defense, reflects on mentorship and discovering forensi...
23 Apr 2026
Financial Social Work in Action: CASH Campaign of Maryland
UMSSW alumnae and founders of the CASH Campaign of Maryland, Robin McKinney, MSW ’01 and Sara Johnson, MSW ’02 discuss their career path into financial social work, challenges faced in the social work profession, and their experience founding the Cash Campaign of Maryland. To learn more about financial social work at the University of Maryland School of Social Work visit https://ssw.umaryland.edu/fwsi To request more information about admission to the University of Maryland School of S...
26 Feb 2026
Social Justice In Action: UMSSW's New Vision
In this episode of the Social Work Is Everywhere podcast, Michelle Reyazuddin, a second-year clinical MSW student and first-gen lead scholar at the University of Maryland Baltimore School of Social Work, speaks with Dean Judy Postmus about the School’s newly developed vision statement: “At the University of Maryland School of Social Work, we envision a future where social work research, practice, and policy come together to drive social justice and equity, strengthen communities and improve l...
11 Dec 2025
A Chat with the Office of Access, Strategic Initiatives, and Support (OASIS)
In this special episode of the Social Work Is Everywhere Podcast, we bring you highlights from our conversations with the OASIS team at the University of Maryland's School of Social Work. Join us as we discuss strategic planning, collaboration, community and global engagement, and the importance of aligning strategic goals with personal and institutional values. Learn about the evolving landscape of social work, the significance of relational intelligence, and the enduring legacy of Dr. Raju ...
13 Nov 2025
Moving Well: Bringing Mental Health Support to Truck Drivers in Africa
Join Dr. Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos and David Robertson on the Social Work Is Everywhere podcast as they explore the Moving Well Project—a groundbreaking initiative delivering mental health and HIV prevention support to long-distance truck drivers in Zambia and beyond. In this episode, you’ll hear from: Sabeen Ahmed, clinical social worker and curriculum developer for the Moving Well appMunsaka Mubela, coordinator with the Truck Drivers Association of ZambiaGracious Witola, social scientist an...
9 Oct 2025
Building Bridges: Community Partnerships in Zambia with Dr. Simona Simona
In this episode of the 'Social Work Is Everywhere' podcast, hosts Dr. Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos and David Robertson interview Dr. Simona Simona, a lecturer at the University of Zambia and Assistant Dean for Research in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Dr. Simona shares insights on the critical role of community partnerships in research, emphasizing ethical, relevant, and community-driven approaches. He reflects on his decade-long collaboration with Dr. Michalopoulos, particularly...
11 Sept 2025
Expanding Horizons: The Center for Global Engagement (CGE)
In this episode of the Social Workers Everywhere podcast, hosts Dr. Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos and David Robertson interview Virginia and Amy from the University of Maryland's Center for Global Engagement (CGE). The discussion highlights the diverse and significant roles of social workers across various industries and the importance of global engagement in education and research. Virginia and Amy share their personal journeys into the field, provide insights into CGE's impactful programs like ...
14 Aug 2025
From Maryland to Kerala: Exploring Social Work's Global Impact
In this episode of the Social Work is Everywhere podcast, we dive into the global impact of social work through the experiences of students Christa Gloster and Claude Thomas from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. They discuss their participation in the India course, a program developed in partnership with Rajagiri College in Kerala, India. The course offers students the opportunity to attend international conferences and engage in cultural site visits. Christa and Claude share...
31 Jul 2025
Charity vs. Solidarity: Lessons from the US-El Salvador Sister Cities
Hosts Dr. Lynn Murphy Michalopoulos and David Robertson engage in a compelling conversation with guests Patrice Forrester and Leigh Beck. Dive deep into the far-reaching impact of social work, the history and mission of the US El Salvador Sister Cities organization, and the role of solidarity vs. charity in global social work. Learn about the inspiring legacy of Oscar Romero and how social work practice evolves with a focus on community engagement and advocacy. To request more informati...
17 Jul 2025
Global Social Work, Grief, Climate Change and Community Collaboration
This episode highlights guest, Thomas Northrop, and host, David Robertson’s participation in the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s Provost Global Scholar Program with an emphasis on grief and trauma-informed care and innovative practice in climate change. Both guests share insights about international collaborations, the importance of community engagement, and culturally grounded approaches to social work. Listen in to learn about their impactful projects and how they shape the future...
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