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The Role of Social Worker in Promoting Immigrants' Integration
Erica Viola1, Elena Biondo1, Cristina O Mosso1
1a Department of Psychology , University of Turin , Turin , Italy.
Social Work in Public Health
|November 22, 2018
Summary
Italian social workers effectively support immigrant integration by understanding diverse cultures and addressing essential needs. They build bridges between cultural backgrounds and mainstream society, fostering empowerment.
Area of Science:
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Cultural Studies
Background:
- Italy faces challenges integrating a growing immigrant population.
- Social work services are crucial for immigrant inclusion.
- Understanding diverse cultural contexts is vital for effective support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore Italian social work practices with immigrants.
- To identify how social workers navigate cultural diversity in integration services.
- To analyze the role of social work in immigrant empowerment.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research design.
- Semi-structured interviews with social workers.
- Content analysis and text mining using T-LAB software.
Main Results:
- Social workers demonstrate cultural competence in addressing immigrant needs.
- Effective integration strategies involve understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Essential needs provision is key to the integration process.
Conclusions:
- Italian social workers successfully promote immigrant integration and empowerment.
- Social workers act as 'relational bridges' between immigrants and mainstream society.
- Addressing practical welfare needs is fundamental for successful cultural integration.
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