Assessment Details:
Students will provide an analysis of a case study of their choice, integrating and articulating their knowledge of the theory and practice of Anti- Oppressive and Anti-discriminatory perspectives.
Assessment Criteria:
1. A well-articulated summary of your chosen case study.
2. Ability to articulate the wider socio-political context and broader discourse which relates to the case study.
3. Analysis of the case study from an Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Discriminatory perspective.
4. Ability to articulate the use of methods of communication and language as potential tools of oppression.
5. Ability to articulate alternate approaches, actions and communication styles from an Anti-Oppressive approach.
6. Clarity of expression, grammar, punctuation and spelling
7. Demonstration of correct APA (6th edition) referencing style.
8. Minimum 10 references.
This is the case study for this assignment:
I am a social worker at the local community centre in Sydney Australia. Kathy has come into the community centre seeking help. During the initial assessment, Kathy reveals that she is 37 years old and has been married to John for 18 years and has 2 children (Adam 6, and Alicia 5) who live in the family home. This is the first time Kathy has ever asked for help. Kathy tells me that her husband John, has been drinking alcohol today. About an hour ago he hit Kathy in the face breaking her nose. John has left the house but Kathy does not know where he has gone. The physical abuse has been happening from about one year into the marriage. The reason Kathy has sought help today is she is afraid that John will physically abuse the children, as his drinking and violence seems to be increasing lately. Kathy has no idea where John is or when he is coming home. Kathy is afraid that if she stays living in the family home the abuse will escalate and she fears that John will abuse the children.