https://library.icmglt.org/files/original/ab4815bc634de0e1de425db399cecd03.jpg 5df37f593f0e3b40c20eb1f894b56630 Electronic Resource View Source <a href="https://doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2024.2376194">https://doi.org/10.1080/02615479.2024.2376194</a> Document Type Journal article Author(s) Deepy Sur, Heba Baig, Simon Lam, Faisal Islam Volume Vol. 44 Issue No. 5 Publisher Taylor & Francis Journal Name Social Work Education Publication Date 2025 Region Ontario, Canada Language English Access Restricted Access Abstract Social workers benefit from increasing their skills and knowledge working with a diverse range of communities and populations, particularly among racialized and marginalized communities. This study evaluates an Ontario-based project on equity-centered training to social workers with a focus on the experiences of adult racialized learners. Data was collected through a convenience sample of participants completing post-training evaluation surveys which measured learner’s satisfaction, learning, and confidence. We delivered 53 trainings to over 3,000 learners and a total of 670 surveys were analyzed. Respondents were approximately 41% racialized, 40% aged 45 and under, 84% female, and 39% with over 15 years of experience. Compared to non-racialized learners, racialized learners reported higher satisfaction with an increased willingness to apply knowledge to practice. In addition, racialized learners reported a higher increase in skills developed and confidence, including interest in specific areas like intergenerational trauma. All learners shared the importance of critical self-reflection and awareness, appreciation for practical strategies, and openness to ongoing learning. It is important to offer equity-centered training to social workers that increase skills and knowledge in developing inclusive mental health services. Professional development can complement formal education in meeting the needs of increasingly diverse communities. Cataloger Kristen Walker Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Impact of equity-centered training: supporting racialized communities with enhanced education for social workers Subject The topic of the resource Social work education Canada Education Equity Marginalized Communities Ontario Professional Development Racism Social Work