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Afrocentricity: an emerging paradigm in social work practice

J H Schiele1

  • 1School of Social Work, Clark Atlanta University, GA 30314, USA.

Social Work
|May 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces Afrocentricity as a new theoretical framework for social work practice. Embracing Afrocentricity can help eliminate oppression and spiritual alienation for people of color.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Cultural Studies

Background:

  • Current social work models often lack theoretical grounding in the cultural values of people of color.
  • This oversight perpetuates the dominance of Eurocentric perspectives in addressing societal issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present Afrocentricity as a viable social science paradigm for social work.
  • To explore the philosophical concepts underpinning Afrocentricity.
  • To advocate for the adoption of an Afrocentric perspective in social work practice.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of Afrocentricity.
  • Examination of cultural values of people of African descent.
  • Literature review on social work models and Eurocentric hegemony.

Main Results:

  • Afrocentricity offers a culturally relevant theoretical base for social work.
  • It provides a framework for understanding and addressing the unique needs of people of color.
  • The emergence of an Afrocentric social science perspective is a response to the limitations of existing models.

Conclusions:

  • Social workers should adopt the Afrocentric paradigm.
  • This approach emphasizes the elimination of oppression and spiritual alienation.
  • Integrating Afrocentricity diversifies social work theory and practice.

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