Chair, Associate Professor Jackson State University Madison, MS, United States
This conference proposal delves into integrating servant leadership into social work education, an underexplored yet vital approach. Originating from Robert Greenleaf, servant leadership prioritizes serving others' needs, fostering empowerment, and removing obstacles. Benefits include stronger community engagement, empathy, and leadership rooted in service, crucial for shaping impactful social workers.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, the participant will be able to understand and define servant leadership, as well as its core principles.
Upon completion, the participant will gain insights into the relevance of servant leadership in the context of social work education, recognizing its potential to enhance faculty-student relationships, promote social justice, and foster a culture of service within the profession.
Upon completion, participants will explore practical strategies for integrating servant leadership principles into social work curricula, equipping them with actionable approaches to empower students, enhance collaboration, and foster a values-driven leadership culture within educational settings.
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