Reflections of a Latino in the Social Work Profession

• Published in: Advances in social work Vol. 15; no. 1; pp. 80 - 90
• Main Author: Garcia, Alejandro
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Indiana University School of Social Work 14.04.2014
• Subjects: Autobiography, Latino, Mexican American, diversity, guiding words, ethical perspective, professional associations, professional development, poverty, higher education, role models; Hispanic Americans; Leadership; Mexican Americans; Participation; Social Work; Texas; Values; Volunteers
• DOI: 10.18060/16666
• ISSN: 1527-8565

This is a first-person account of seminal events that have helped shape the rich history and cultural heritage of the social work profession. In examining these events, the author has provided some personal history as a Mexican American growing up in South Texas that provides a historical and value context for his participation in these events. He also discusses his leadership experiences in serving on the national staff of NASW and volunteer leadership experiences in a number of professional organizations during critical times for the profession.