UNC School of Social Work Research Professor Dean Duncan discusses human trafficking and Project NO REST’s efforts to reduce youth trafficking in N.C.
Q&A: Duncan discusses human trafficking, Project NO REST
Child and adolescent mental health and well-being
2025 Black History Month Research Series discusses economic, health equity
The UNC School of Social Work’s annual Black History Month Research Series challenged participants to examine issues facing Black communities including reparations, food sovereignty, youth development and mental health.
School of Social Work faculty member studies key factors in Black youth suicidality
Assistant Professor Sonyia Richardson is the co-author of a paper that examined risk factors associated with Black youth suicide rates.
School of Social Work Ph.D. student spotlight (Spenser Radtke)
To celebrate our students, we are spotlighting each of our doctoral students set to graduate in 2025, highlighting their areas of research, providing a link to their resume and more.
Associate Professor Betsy Bledsoe discusses role on National Child Traumatic Stress Network steering committee
We spoke with Bledsoe to learn more about the work of the NCTSN steering committee, insights and benefits gained during her time with NCTSN and more.
Research Roundup: December 2024
Research Roundup: November 2024
Denby-Brinson stresses importance of kinship care during CSWE Carl A. Scott Memorial Lecture
Ramona Denby-Brinson, the dean of the School of Social Work, delivered the Carl A. Scott Memorial Lecture at the Council on Social Work Education’s 70th Annual Program Meeting in Kansas City, Mo., on Friday, Oct. 25.
Research Roundup: October 2024
2024 GSDI Global Symposium presents call to action for marginalized groups around the globe
Global scholars gathered at the Friday Conference Center for a three-day event from Oct. 7–9 focused on improving the lives of vulnerable and marginalized groups around the globe.
