Bringing it home: Israeli social workers implement leadership program values

Area of Science:

• Social Work
• Professional Development
• International Exchange Programs

Background:

• Ten Israeli senior social workers have completed the Mount Sinai Leadership Exchange Program.
• This report focuses on the initial six graduates from 1989-1991.
• Assesses the program's influence on participants' professional activities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the outcomes of the Mount Sinai Leadership Exchange Program.
• To assess changes in knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of social work professionals.
• To examine the impact on participants' actions at organizational and national levels.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative assessment of program impact.
• Analysis of changes in social workers' professional conduct.
• Evaluation of post-program activities and influence.

Main Results:

• The exchange program led to measurable shifts in participants' perspectives.
• Graduates applied new knowledge and attitudes in their work environments.
• Program participation influenced professional actions within organizations and on a national scale.

Conclusions:

• The Mount Sinai Leadership Exchange Program effectively fosters professional growth and broader impact.
• International exchange experiences are valuable for enhancing social work practice.
• The program demonstrates a positive influence on social workers' capacity for change.