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The University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work is the largest school of social work in Canada. We are consistently ranked among the top 15 schools in north America in terms of research productivity. Our research contributes to a greater understanding of complex social issues while making a difference in the lives of millions of people local, nationally and internationally.
Our faculty’s research agenda often has a dual focus. Some of our researchers look to influence policy by addressing the social determinants that underlie so many social issues. Other researchers search for impactful solutions to advance the profession right now.
Our innovative, interdisciplinary research demands meaningful community engagement with a focus on social justice and human rights.
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Item Open Access Benefits of On-Line Chat for Single Mothers(Haworth Press, 2006) Miller, PamelaItem Open Access Faculty Development as Community Building(Athabasca University, 2006) Eib, B.J.; Miller, P.Item Open Access Socio-cultural variations in depressive symptoms of ageing South Asian Canadians(Hong Kong Geriatrics Society & Hong Kong Association of Gerontology, 2008) Lai, Daniel; Surood, S.Item Open Access Comparison of social determinants of depressive symptoms among elderly Chinese in Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Taipei(Hong Kong Geriatrics Society & Hong Kong Association of Gerontology, 2009) Lai, Daniel; Tong, H MItem Open Access Experiences and barriers to Health-Related Quality of Life following liver transplantation: a qualitative analysis of the perspectives of pediatric patients and their parents(BioMed Central, 2010-12-22) Nicholas, David B.; Otley, Anthony R.; Taylor, Rachel; Dhawan, Anil; Gilmour, Susan; Ng, Vicky LeeItem Open Access Mother Positivity and Family Adjustment in Households with Children with a Serious Disability(SpringerOpen, 2011-04-21) Trute, Barry; Benzies, Karen M.; Worthington, CatherineItem Open Access Domestic Violence in Ethno-Cultural Communities: Risk and Protective Factors(2011-06) Wells, Lana; Abboud, Rida; Claussen, CarolineThis literature review identifies the risk and protective factors for domestic violence with women in ethno-cultural communities in Canada.Item Open Access Item Open Access Research in the Calgary Aboriginal Community(2011-11) Wells, Lana; Goulet, SharonIn light of the fact that Aboriginal women face a significantly higher risk of spousal violence and homicide than non-Aboriginal women, this study aimed to examine the risk and protective factors, definitions, and best practice in the area of Aboriginal communities and domestic violence prevention. In addition, through the research process, it was our hope to identify community readiness and momentum for primary prevention work.Item Open Access Perspectives of the Business sector on social enterprise(Trico Charitable Foundation, 2012) Lai, DanielItem Open Access Effect of Financial Costs on Caregiving Burden of Family Caregivers of Older Adults(Sage Open, 2012) Lai, DanielItem Open Access Engaging the News Media to Influence Attitudes, Norms and Behaviours and Reduce the Rates of Domestic Violence(2012-04) Wells, Lana; Koziey, Lynne; Ferguson, JanayThis document is the first step in a larger exploration of how best to engage the Canadian media to influence societal attitudes, norms and behaviours around the prevention of domestic violence. Research shows that the vast majority of the public receives information regarding social issues and world affairs through news media channels. Further, it is suggested that the Canadian news media inappropriately reports on instances of domestic violence, thereby influencing attitudes of the general public and policy makers. This paper suggests that if news media professionals were better educated about domestic violence and how to appropriately report on instances of domestic violence, and legislation encouraged the media to report on domestic violence in a particular way, public opinion and attitudes may be influenced.Item Open Access Distance Education in Social Work: An Evaluation of an Undergraduate Course on Family Violence(Sciedu Press, 2012-05-15) Walsh, Christine; Baynton, MyraItem Open Access A Comparison of Two Methods of Teaching Research to Master of Social Work Students(Sciedu Press, 2012-05-15) Walsh, Christine; Hewson, JenniferItem Open Access Preventing Domestic Violence in Alberta: A Cost Savings Perspective(2012-06) Wells, Lana; Boodt, Casey; Emery, HerbRecent studies show that Alberta has the second highest rate of self reported spousal violence in Canada. Rates of violence against women alone are 2.3 percentage points higher than the national average. In fact, every hour of every day, a woman in Alberta will undergo some form of interpersonal violence from an ex-partner or ex-spouse. Besides the devastating toll that domestic violence has on victims and their families, the ongoing cost to Albertans is significant. In the past five years alone it is estimated that over $600 million has been spent with $521 million coming directly from taxpayers. Fortunately, investment in quality prevention and intervention initiatives can be very cost effective, returning as much as $20 for every dollar invested.Item Open Access Using the General Social Survey to Monitor Domestic Violence in Alberta: Considerations for the Government of Alberta(2012-06) Wells, Lana; Boodt, Casey; Claussen, CarolineThis document explores whether material included in the ongoing Statistics Canada General Social Survey can provide the benchmarking and monitoring data needed to determine the success of domestic violence prevention and intervention initiatives in Alberta. Specific recommendations are offered.Item Open Access Home Visitation as a Domestic Violence Prevention Strategy: A Discussion Paper for the Government of Alberta(2012-06) Wells, Lana; Claussen, CarolineShift was asked to research existing Government of Alberta programs and initiatives that could be enhanced or modified to support a reduction in domestic violence rates. As a result of this research, enhancing the Government of Alberta's home visitation program was identified as a key tactic in the prevention of domestic violence.Item Open Access Domestic & Sexual Violence: A Background Paper on Primary Prevention Programs and Frameworks(2012-06) Wells, Lana; Claussen, Caroline; Cooper, MerrillThis report provides an overview of domestic violence and prevention definitions, risk and protective factors, and focuses particular attention on the domestic and sexual violence primary prevention frameworks being developed locally, nationally and internationally. In addition, the report provides a brief overview of relevant evidence-based practices in violence reduction. Points of consideration are offered in each section, allowing further reflection of the information in consideration of Alberta’s local context.Item Open Access How Public Policy and Legislation Can Support the Prevention of Domestic Violence in Alberta(2012-06) Wells, Lana; Dozois, Elizabeth; Cooper, Merrill; Claussen, Caroline; Lorenzetti, Liza; Boodt, CaseyThis paper proposes specific, evidence-informed program and policy amendments and initiatives to enhance the Government of Alberta's family violence prevention strategy. The report suggests an increased focus on primary prevention in policy, legislation and resource allocations, will support the objective of significantly reducing rates of domestic violence in Alberta.Item Open Access Hidden in the cultural fabric: Elder abuse and neglect in ethno-cultural communities in Alberta(2012-09-01) Lai, Daniel