M8: Integrating Social Justice into Clinical Practice

This workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to integrate the social justice principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, intersectionality, power analysis, antiracism, and anti-oppression into clinical work with complex populations. Using case studies and experiential activities, participants will enhance their clinical skills and confidence in broaching challenging issues. This presentation describes the application of social justice in various stages of the clinical relationship and healing process. Participants will explore individual, institutional, and structural injustice to deepen their understanding of the importance of incorporating social justice praxis.