My Journey, as a Black Male SW Academic, so far

Richard Ashigbor is a social work academic based at Southbank
University.  Richard is a lecturer and the Course Lead for
Social Work at the institution. Richard shares aspects of his
rich practice and leadership background and how he reluctantly
became an academic which he had not planned.


He shares;


the route to his academic career - citing the murder of
George Floyd and Hackney's Child Q as significant events during
this period of his life

discovering differences and similarities between social work
practice and academia, seeking ways to challenge established
norms in terms of theories and their origins

the challenges of teaching and managing the multitudes of
dynamics and politics in the teaching space - where surprisingly
respect and dignity were noticeably absent

locating support for himself and finding his voice



His vision:


achieve top University spot 

become an increasingly inclusive programme

develop varied assessment approaches

complete a teaching qualification as part of continuous
professional development



Future research interests:


Youth violence

Familial sexual abuse

adultification

aspects of allied services and working together



Richard wants to be 'intentional' about achieving change and
inclusivity.


 


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