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by Danielle Clark, Kristin Clements, Christina Daoust, Nicole DeCarufel, and Erin Ward
University of Central Florida
assist them.
Background
Background
According to their website, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is a “global organization striving for social justice, human rights and social development through the development of social work, best practices and international cooperation between social workers and their professional organizations” (http://www.ifsw.org/). The IFSW was founded in 1956 and was adapted from the Permanent Secretariat of Social Workers that was established in 1928. This IFSW is one of many organizations that have helped to raise awareness and protect human rights in several nations. The committee members are quite diverse and come from all over the world, in places such as the United Kingdom, Africa, Singapore, Denmark, New Zealand, Brazil, and Canada. The IFSW adopted the first international code of ethics in 1976 and is guided by specific principles. Social workers are to abide by certain principles and help to defend and protect an individual’s, family’s, and/or community’s well being whether it be on a physical, emotional, or spiritual level. Some of the ongoing challenges social workers face include, but are not limited to: discrimination (race, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, etc.), lack of resources or difficulty distributing resources, unfair practices and policies, and lack of support (government, community, or individual) (http://www.ifsw.org/).
Practice – Settings, Roles & Ethics
(Hodge, 2008).
Advocacy
Advocacy has become social work.
Refugee
Refugee resettlement agencies, (Cwikel, 2005).
Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment/therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
Theory
on” (2009).
Due
Due to the as follows:
1.)
1.) The victim (Lain, 2008).
2.)
2.) The lifestyle (Lain, 2008).
3.)
3.) The deviant Lain, 2008).
4.)
4.) The routine (Lain, 2008).
These
These theories tell together again.
These theories may also play a significant role in the prevention of human trafficking. Practitioners may be able to help combat a rising human trafficking rate, by simply advocating on behalf of these victims and providing the general public with information that might help safeguard them from being sold into this horrific trade. For example, based on the four theories, practitioners might suggest that the public protect themselves by being extra cautious when replying to job ads (especially ads located abroad). Practitioners might also encouraging women and young girls to not dress too provocatively and to stay away from dangerous neighborhoods or locations that might not be safe. The results of such preventative measures could produce more public awareness on the issue, which in turn might help to lower the currently rising rate of people being trafficked.
SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach)
enforcement (2009).
Although
Although it is statement that
Social
Social workers shall topic (2007).
Human
Human trafficking will they need.
Special Issues
human rights.
In
In Article 1 their country.
There
There has been abuse problems.
Refugee
Refugee is a is concerned,
“The
“The United Nations year” (Sisters)
Although
Although men, women manipulate (Polaris).
One
One disheartening and United States.
One
One of the WuDunn 2009).
The abuse these victims face if they do not engage in sexual activity is brutal; sex slavery nearly sounds like a walk in the park compare to some of the horrific stories girls have lived to tell. Women and young girls have reported they have suffered from the following: gang rape, beatings, stabbing, whippings, starvation, burns, sexual diseases that go untreated, abortions with no medicine, and humiliation, among other atrocities. Recto-vaginal and vesico-vaginal fistulas (resulting from a stick being shoved inside a victim) break either the bladder and/or rectum causes urine and feces to flow freely at any time, are common in the Congo (Kristoff & WuDunn 2009). Measures are being taken to promote awareness of these types of conditions. Half the Sky written by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn discusses the oppression of women around the world, particularly their roles as sex slaves. Awareness is the first step in helping to address this issue. The next step is education. Unfortunately, women are still being treated as objects instead of valuable assets that should be revered. Awareness, education, and a dedication to supporting and protecting human rights is key to diminishing sex slavery.
Future Directions
so great.
Conclusion
the person.
Resources:
Cwikel,
Resources:
Cwikel, J., & from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2005-15603-004&site=ehost-live
Hodge,
Hodge, D. R. from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2008-08435-005&site=ehost-live
Kristof,
Kristof, N., & House, Inc.
Lain.
Lain. (2008). The from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/689861/the_four_theories_of_victimization_pg4.html?cat=17
Maschi,
Maschi, T., Bradley, Springer Publishing.
McGrath, J. (2009). Theories of victimization: victim precipitation, lifestyle, deviant place, and routine activities. Retrieved from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1680773/theories_of_victimization_victim_precipitation.html?cat=51
Polaris Project Action Center. Human trafficking FAQ’s. Retrieved from http://actioncenter.polarisproject.org/learn/human-trafficking-faq
Siegel, L. (2009). Criminology (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Sisters of the Divine Savior. Human trafficking: Vulnerable men, women, and children in slavery. Retrieved from http://sdssisters.org/slavery/
from http://www.acf.hhs.gov/trafficking/about/fact_human.html
United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Status of Refugees and Stateless Persons, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Geneva, 1952.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). (2010). People vulnerable to human trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html
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ForensicForensic Social Work Case Study
Social
by Danielle Clark, Kristin Clements, Christina Daoust, Nicole DeCarufel, and Erin Ward
University of Central Florida
Social workers must assist them.
Background
Background
According to their website, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is a “global organization striving for social justice, human rights and social development through the development of social work, best practices and international cooperation between social workers and their professional organizations” (http://www.ifsw.org/). The IFSW was founded in 1956 and was adapted from the Permanent Secretariat of Social Workers that was established in 1928. This IFSW is one of many organizations that have helped to raise awareness and protect human rights in several nations. The committee members are quite diverse and come from all over the world, in places such as the United Kingdom, Africa, Singapore, Denmark, New Zealand, Brazil, and Canada. The IFSW adopted the first international code of ethics in 1976 and is guided by specific principles. Social workers are to abide by certain principles and help to defend and protect an individual’s, family’s, and/or community’s well being whether it be on a physical, emotional, or spiritual level. Some of the ongoing challenges social workers face include, but are not limited to: discrimination (race, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, etc.), lack of resources or difficulty distributing resources, unfair practices and policies, and lack of support (government, community, or individual) (http://www.ifsw.org/).
Practice – Settings, Roles & Ethics
(Hodge, 2008).
Advocacy
Advocacy has become social work.
Refugee
Refugee resettlement agencies, (Cwikel, 2005).
Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment/therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
Theory
fact sheet “after drug dealing, human trafficking is one oftied with the illegal arms industry as the second largest criminal industriesindustry in the world (2009). Ittoday, and it is also one the fastest growing (U.S., 2009).growing.” Maschi, Bradley on” (2009).
Due
Due to the most cases, traffickers“traffickers use force or some type of manipulationforce, fraud and coercion to pushcompel women, men and children intoto engage in these activitiesactivities” (U.S., 2009).
When When working with as follows:
1.)
1.) The victim (Lain, 2008).
2.)
2.) The lifestyle theory: states“purports that a person isindividuals are targeted based on thetheir lifestyle they have chosen. This specific lifestyle exposes an individualchoices which expose them to criminal offenders, thus allowing the individual to be put intooffenders and situations where a crime mightin which crimes may be more easy to commitcommitted” (Lain, 2008).
3.)
3.) The deviant Lain, 2008).
4.)
4.) The routine (Lain, 2008).
These
These theories tell together again.
These theories may also play a significant role in the prevention of human trafficking. Practitioners may be able to help combat a rising human trafficking rate, by simply advocating on behalf of these victims and providing the general public with information that might help safeguard them from being sold into this horrific trade. For example, based on the four theories, practitioners might suggest that the public protect themselves by being extra cautious when replying to job ads (especially ads located abroad). Practitioners might also encouraging women and young girls to not dress too provocatively and to stay away from dangerous neighborhoods or locations that might not be safe. The results of such preventative measures could produce more public awareness on the issue, which in turn might help to lower the currently rising rate of people being trafficked.
SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach)
enforcement (2009).
Although
Although it is statement that
Social
Social workers shall topic (2007).
Human
Human trafficking will they need.
Special Issues
human rights.
In
In Article 1 their country.
There
There has been abuse problems.
Refugee
Refugee is a is concerned,
“The
“The United Nations year” (Sisters)
Although
Although men, women manipulate (Polaris).
One
One disheartening and United States.
One
One of the WuDunn 2009).
The abuse these victims face if they do not engage in sexual activity is brutal; sex slavery nearly sounds like a walk in the park compare to some of the horrific stories girls have lived to tell. Women and young girls have reported they have suffered from the following: gang rape, beatings, stabbing, whippings, starvation, burns, sexual diseases that go untreated, abortions with no medicine, and humiliation, among other atrocities. Recto-vaginal and vesico-vaginal fistulas (resulting from a stick being shoved inside a victim) break either the bladder and/or rectum causes urine and feces to flow freely at any time, are common in the Congo (Kristoff & WuDunn 2009). Measures are being taken to promote awareness of these types of conditions. Half the Sky written by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn discusses the oppression of women around the world, particularly their roles as sex slaves. Awareness is the first step in helping to address this issue. The next step is education. Unfortunately, women are still being treated as objects instead of valuable assets that should be revered. Awareness, education, and a dedication to supporting and protecting human rights is key to diminishing sex slavery.
Future Directions
so great.
Conclusion
the person.
Resources:
Cwikel,
Resources:
Cwikel, J., & from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2005-15603-004&site=ehost-live
Hodge,
Hodge, D. R. from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2008-08435-005&site=ehost-live
Kristof,
Kristof, N., & House, Inc.
Lain.
Lain. (2008). The from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/689861/the_four_theories_of_victimization_pg4.html?cat=17
Maschi,
Maschi, T., Bradley, Springer Publishing.
McGrath, J. (2009). Theories of victimization: victim precipitation, lifestyle, deviant place, and routine activities. Retrieved from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1680773/theories_of_victimization_victim_precipitation.html?cat=51
Polaris Project Action Center. Human trafficking FAQ’s. Retrieved from http://actioncenter.polarisproject.org/learn/human-trafficking-faq
Siegel, L. (2009). Criminology (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Sisters of the Divine Savior. Human trafficking: Vulnerable men, women, and children in slavery. Retrieved from http://sdssisters.org/slavery/
from http://www.acf.hhs.gov/trafficking/about/fact_human.html
United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Status of Refugees and Stateless Persons, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Geneva, 1952.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). (2010). People vulnerable to human trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html
*** Please note, I have tried numerous times to correct the font so that it is all Times New Roman throughout the resources section; however, no matter what I do, it's not correcting the font type. Thanks, Nicole DeCarufel

Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment/therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
Theory
in the world.world (2009). It is
Due to the variations in types of trafficking, social work practitioners need to recognize that human trafficking victims come in many different forms. Victims can include men, women and children from any race and nationality. Not only do victims come in different forms, but they also enter the human trafficking “ring” under various circumstances. In most cases, traffickers use force or some type of manipulation to push women, men and children into these activities (U.S., 2009).
When working with victims of human trafficking, social work practitioners should take into account the four theories of victimization. The theories are as follows:

Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment/therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
Theory
fastest growing (U.S.(U.S., 2009). Maschi,
Due to the variations in types of trafficking, social work practitioners need to recognize that human trafficking victims come in many different forms. Victims can include men, women and children from any race and nationality. Not only do victims come in different forms, but they also enter the human trafficking “ring” under various circumstances. In most cases, traffickers use force or some type of manipulation to push women, men and children into these activities (U.S., 2009).
When working with victims of human trafficking, social work practitioners should take into account the four theories of victimization. The theories are as follows:

Hello ladies! Below is my copy of the final edited paper, so please feel free to take a look and let me know if I need to make any changes. I'll check the wiki tonight after class, and will make any changes so that it's ready to turn in tomorrow at 8am. If you need to talk to me, you can reach me at 703-909-7787. Thanks! - Nicole
I thought I read somewhere that a title page wasn't necessary b/c it's on the wiki and not an actual paper copy, but I can't find where I read that now... does anybody have any info on that?
Forensic Social Work with International Populations Case Study
Social workers must work to understand and protect all persons of potential human rights issues or violations, not only because it falls under the practice responsibilities on the national and international level, but also because social workers are ethically committed to preserving the rights of all individuals. The Universal declaration of Human Rights is available on the United Nations website and some of the basic tenants of this declaration are that everyone has the right to: fair housing, health, education, freedom of religion, safe employment with fair compensation, life, liberty and security of person, to not be held in slavery, and to not be subjected to torture or degrading treatment or punishment (www.un.org). Unfortunately, there are currently many circumstances throughout the world where an individual’s basic human rights are not being met and it our responsibility as social workers to advocate for these clients and to assist them however we can. Being from other countries and cultures, these clients are often not able to navigate the legal system themselves; therefore it is important for a forensic social worker to recognize the special needs of these populations on a macro and micro level in order to better assist them.
United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Status of Refugees and Stateless Persons, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Geneva, 1952.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). (2010). People vulnerable to human trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html

I thought I read somewhere that a title page wasn't necessary b/c it's on the wiki and not an actual paper copy, but I can't find where I read that now... does anybody have any info on that?
Forensic Social Work with International Populations Case Study
assist them.
Background
Background
According to their website, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is a “global organization striving for social justice, human rights and social development through the development of social work, best practices and international cooperation between social workers and their professional organizations” (http://www.ifsw.org/). The IFSW was founded in 1956 and was adapted from the Permanent Secretariat of Social Workers that was established in 1928. This IFSW is one of many organizations that have helped to raise awareness and protect human rights in several nations. The committee members are quite diverse and come from all over the world, in places such as the United Kingdom, Africa, Singapore, Denmark, New Zealand, Brazil, and Canada. The IFSW adopted the first international code of ethics in 1976 and is guided by specific principles. Social workers are to abide by certain principles and help to defend and protect an individual’s, family’s, and/or community’s well being whether it be on a physical, emotional, or spiritual level. Some of the ongoing challenges social workers face include, but are not limited to: discrimination (race, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, etc.), lack of resources or difficulty distributing resources, unfair practices and policies, and lack of support (government, community, or individual) (http://www.ifsw.org/).
Practice – Settings, Roles & Ethics
(Hodge, 2008).
Advocacy
Advocacy has become social work.
Refugee
Refugee resettlement agencies, (Cwikel, 2005).
Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment/therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
Theory
fact sheet “after drug dealing, human trafficking is tied with the illegal arms industry asone of the second largest criminal industryindustries in the world today, and itworld. It is also one the fastest growing.”growing (U.S. 2009). Maschi, Bradley on” (2009).
Due
Due to the most cases, “traffickerstraffickers use force, fraud and coercionforce or some type of manipulation to compelpush women, men and children to engage ininto these activities”activities (U.S., 2009). When
When working with as follows:
1.)
1.) The victim (Lain, 2008).
2.)
2.) The lifestyle theory: “purportsstates that individuals area person is targeted based on theirthe lifestyle choices which expose themthey have chosen. This specific lifestyle exposes an individual to criminal offenders andoffenders, thus allowing the individual to be put into situations in which crimes maywhere a crime might be committed”more easy to commit (Lain, 2008).
3.)
3.) The deviant Lain, 2008).
4.)
4.) The routine (Lain, 2008).
These
These theories tell together again.
These theories may also play a significant role in the prevention of human trafficking. Practitioners may be able to help combat a rising human trafficking rate, by simply advocating on behalf of these victims and providing the general public with information that might help safeguard them from being sold into this horrific trade. For example, based on the four theories, practitioners might suggest that the public protect themselves by being extra cautious when replying to job ads (especially ads located abroad). Practitioners might also encouraging women and young girls to not dress too provocatively and to stay away from dangerous neighborhoods or locations that might not be safe. The results of such preventative measures could produce more public awareness on the issue, which in turn might help to lower the currently rising rate of people being trafficked.
SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach)
enforcement (2009).
Although
Although it is statement that
Social
Social workers shall topic (2007).
Human
Human trafficking will they need.
Special Issues
human rights.
In
In Article 1 their country.
There
There has been abuse problems.
Refugee
Refugee is a is concerned,
“The
“The United Nations year” (Sisters)
Although
Although men, women manipulate (Polaris).
One
One disheartening and United States.
One
One of the WuDunn 2009).
The abuse these victims face if they do not engage in sexual activity is brutal; sex slavery nearly sounds like a walk in the park compare to some of the horrific stories girls have lived to tell. Women and young girls have reported they have suffered from the following: gang rape, beatings, stabbing, whippings, starvation, burns, sexual diseases that go untreated, abortions with no medicine, and humiliation, among other atrocities. Recto-vaginal and vesico-vaginal fistulas (resulting from a stick being shoved inside a victim) break either the bladder and/or rectum causes urine and feces to flow freely at any time, are common in the Congo (Kristoff & WuDunn 2009). Measures are being taken to promote awareness of these types of conditions. Half the Sky written by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn discusses the oppression of women around the world, particularly their roles as sex slaves. Awareness is the first step in helping to address this issue. The next step is education. Unfortunately, women are still being treated as objects instead of valuable assets that should be revered. Awareness, education, and a dedication to supporting and protecting human rights is key to diminishing sex slavery.
Future Directions
so great.
Conclusion
the person.
Resources:
Cwikel,
Resources:
Cwikel, J., & from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2005-15603-004&site=ehost-live
Hodge,
Hodge, D. R. from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2008-08435-005&site=ehost-live
Kristof,
Kristof, N., & House, Inc.
Lain.
Lain. (2008). The from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/689861/the_four_theories_of_victimization_pg4.html?cat=17
Maschi,
Maschi, T., Bradley, Springer Publishing.
McGrath, J. (2009). Theories of victimization: victim precipitation, lifestyle, deviant place, and routine activities. Retrieved from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1680773/theories_of_victimization_victim_precipitation.html?cat=51
Polaris Project Action Center. Human trafficking FAQ’s. Retrieved from http://actioncenter.polarisproject.org/learn/human-trafficking-faq
Siegel, L. (2009). Criminology (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Sisters of the Divine Savior. Human trafficking: Vulnerable men, women, and children in slavery. Retrieved from http://sdssisters.org/slavery/
from http://www.acf.hhs.gov/trafficking/about/fact_human.html
United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Status of Refugees and Stateless Persons, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Geneva, 1952.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). (2010). People vulnerable to human trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html

HI everybody, thisHello ladies! Below is a VERY rough draft of allmy copy of the information,final edited paper, so please feel free to take a look and i think it's much easier for one personlet me know if I need to make allany changes. I'll check the revisions and/orwiki tonight after class, and will make any changes so that we're not all doing it at once (cuz the wiki is kind of confusing) so if it's okay, i'd likeready to make the revisionsturn in word (it's easier to navigate and format) and i'll post a second, less rough draft later tonight. i'll be up doing this and other work, so iftomorrow at 8am. If you need to talk to me, you can callreach me at 703-909-7787. Thanks! Nicole.
SECTION 1 -- INTRODUCTION - Nicole DeCarufel
Section 2 --- Background
http://www.ifsw.org/). It
I thought I read somewhere that a title page wasn't necessary b/c it's on the wiki and not an actual paper copy, but I can't find where I read that now... does anybody have any info on that?
Forensic Social Work with International Populations Case Study
Social workers must work to understand and protect all persons of potential human rights issues or violations, not only because it falls under the practice responsibilities on the national and international level, but also because social workers are ethically committed to preserving the rights of all individuals. The Universal declaration of Human Rights is available on the United Nations website and some of the basic tenants of this declaration are that everyone has the right to: fair housing, health, education, freedom of religion, safe employment with fair compensation, life, liberty and security of person, to not be held in slavery, and to not be subjected to torture or degrading treatment or punishment (www.un.org). Unfortunately, there are currently many circumstances throughout the world where an individual’s basic human rights are not being met and it our responsibility as social workers to advocate for these clients and to assist them however we can. Being from other countries and cultures, these clients are often not able to navigate the legal system themselves; therefore it is important for a forensic social worker to recognize the special needs of these populations on a macro and micro level in order to better assist them.
Background
According to their website, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is a “global organization striving for social justice, human rights and social development through the development of social work, best practices and international cooperation between social workers and their professional organizations” (http://www.ifsw.org/). The IFSW was founded individual) (http://www.ifsw.org/).
SECTION 3 --- Practice-
Practice – Settings, Roles & Ethics: Danielle Clarke
In writing mine i assumed someone was introducing what Human Trafficking is. Thanks
-Danielle
#3 Ethics, Roles-Danielle C.
TheEthics
The Social Work (Hodge, 2008). Human TraffickingOne of the most important issues to address in the field of international social work is human trafficking, which has become (Hodge, 2008).
Advocacy
Advocacy has become representatives, paralegals, refugerefugee case managers, social work.
Refugee
Refugee resettlement agencies, (Cwikel, 2005). Also,
Also, when dealing in the treatment /therapytreatment/therapy and referrals their lives.
#4 Theory: Kristin C.
Human
Theory
Human Trafficking, in fact sheet (2009),“after drug dealing, human trafficking is tied with the illegal arms industry as the second largest illegalcriminal industry in the world. Itworld today, and it is also one of the fastest growing (U.S., 2009).growing.” Maschi, Bradley and Ward (2009) stated that, and so on.”
Dueon” (2009).
Due to the (U.S., 2009).
When When working with as follows:
1.)
1.) The victim precipitation theory: “ views“views victimology from (Lain, 2008).
2.)
2.) The lifestyle (Lain, 2008).
3.)
3.) The deviant safety precautions (Seigel, 2006 and(Siegel, 2009 & Lain, 2008).
4.)
4.) The routine (Lain, 2008).
These
These theories tell together again.
These
These theories may being trafficked.
SECTION 5 --- SocioLegal
SocioLegal Environment (PIE Two Pronged Approach): Erin Ward
ThisApproach)
This section will social services.
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Section 6 --- Special
Special Issues or concerns
As stated previously, there are several areas of interest that a forensic social worker can pursue when working with thisinternational populations, each with their own special needs and issues. Unfortunately, there is a serious lack of research and information about these populations; therefore, it is imperative for future social workers to understand the unique issues that these populations face. Working as a forensic social worker, there are three types of sub-populations that one may come in contact with: refugees or asylum seekers, victims of human trafficking, and victims of sex slavery. All of these populations require assistance in ensuring their equal protection under the law and the preservation of their human rights.
In Article 1 of the General Provisions of The United Nations 1951 Convention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, refugees are classified as persons who flee their home countries and are incapable or averse to return, due to a fear of persecution based on religious status, nationality, race, or due to involvement of a certain social or political group (United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Status of Refugees and Stateless Persons). Many of these refugees face war on a daily basis and have lost family members and/or friends because of the tragedies in their home country. A growing number of refugees are classified as unaccompanied refugee minors, which are persons under the age of eighteen who have left their home country and have no living parents or guardians to help them. Most of these individuals live well below the international poverty line, have little or no education, some have been sexually assaulted, and many live in constant fear that the persons that attacked their families will attack them as well. In addition to all of this, because of the legal processes in place, it can take months or years for a person to achieve refugee status and finally be able to safely leave their country.
There has been a significant amount of research within the refugee population
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As that studies the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder because of past traumatization and the resettlement process. Once an individual has been legally awarded refugee status and is finally able to leave their country, they must complete the task of acculturating, or reforming one’s identity to include the values and expectations of the host society. It is during this phase that individuals are in the most desperate need of assistance because they need help in locating the funding for basic services including housing, education, employment, food, etc. In addition, these individuals may be facing disappointed expectations of what their new life would be like, and because of the significant amount of stress associated with acculturation, they can develop serious substance abuse problems.
Refugee is a term that includes persons that flee their country for a variety of reasons, and unfortunately, recent trends indicate that the two sub-populations in the most need of assistance are victims of human trafficking and victims of sex slavery. As far as is concerned,
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SECTION 8 -- Conclusion - Nicole DeCarufel
Cumulitive resources:References
Cwikel,It is also important for social workers who show an interest in these populations to advocate on their behalf and to make their issues known to the public, so that they can adequately assist these persons that are in desperate need of our assistance. A considerable amount of research needs to be done in order to gain a better understanding of the best treatment methods to use when addressing international populations because their cultural differences are so great.
Conclusion
To conclude, as discussed, there is a considerable amount of assistance needed by refugees, victims of human trafficking, and victims of sex slavery, in order to preserve the basic human rights that are entitled to all individuals. When working with these individuals, a social worker must ensure that they are utilizing the strengths-based approach and empowering these individuals to take control of their lives, in order to successfully integrate into their host society. Working as a forensic social worker, it is important to understand the issues regarding these populations so that you may better be able to assist them utilizing the two pronged approach and advocating on the macro level, as well as providing individualized assistance on the micro level. These populations change rapidly and because there is a lack of past research, it is important to stay informed on the most current theories and treatment methods as new research and theories develop. Many of these individuals can feel abandoned by their government and that they are somehow not worthy of prosperity; therefore it is necessary for forensic social workers to utilize empathy in practice and show these individuals that they deserve to have their basic human rights needs met and preserve the dignity and worth of the person.
Resources:
Cwikel, J., & from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2005-15603-004&site=ehost-live
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Hodge, D. R. from http://ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login?URL=http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.lib.ucf.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=2008-08435-005&site=ehost-live
Maschi, T., Bradley, C.,
Kristof, N., & Ward, K. (Eds.).WuDunn, S. (2009). Forensic social work (1st ed.).Half the sky: Turning oppression into opportunity for women worldwide. New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company.
International Federation of Social Workers. http://www.ifsw.org/.
Kristof, Nicholas & WuDunn, Sheryl. Half the Sky. Alfred A. Knopf Publisher. 2009.
Lain.Random House, Inc.
Lain. (2008). The of victimization.
Retrieved Retrieved from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/689861/the_four_theories_of_victimization_pg4.html?cat=17
Maschi,
Maschi, T., Bradley, work: Psychosocial
and and legal issues Springer Publishing.
McGrath,
McGrath, J. (2009). lifestyle, deviant
place, place, and routine Retrieved from
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Kalergis, K.I. (2009). A passionate practice: addressing the needs of commercially sexually exploited teenagers. Affilia, 24, 315-324. doi: 10.1177/0886109909337706
Siegel, L. J. (2006). Criminology. 9th ed. Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Fact sheet: Human trafficking. (2009).
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Polaris Project Action Center. Human trafficking FAQ’s. Retrieved from http://actioncenter.polarisproject.org/learn/human-trafficking-faq
SistersSiegel, L. (2009). Criminology (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Sisters of the men, women,
andand children in from http://sdssisters.org/slavery/
United Nations Office on Drugs
U.S. Department of Health and Crime (UNODC). (2010). People
vulnerable to humanHuman Services. Fact sheet: Human trafficking. (2009). Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-
aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html
Zierer, Brigitta. (2007). Comparative Social Work and Trafficking in Women. SocMag - SW&S News Magazine. Date Retrieved April 27th, 2010.
http://www.socmag.net/?p=175
I also researched a bit for question #6http://www.acf.hhs.gov/trafficking/about/fact_human.html
United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the topicStatus of human trafficking. I know several of us were going to to be talking about human trafficking in the collaboration so I didn't want to say too muchRefugees and have everything we all researched overlap. If you want to change anything I have or if it's a duplicate feel free to edit or remove it as you wish! Hope everything was done correctly. Feedback is always welcome :)
P.S. Something happened to the formatting of my resources when I copied them over to this page. If anyone can figure out how to fix it that would be awesome. No matter what I do it's not solving the issue.
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Hello Everybody!
I think we've got a plan for the paper, but does anybody have an idea of what they would like to look into for the section that asks about the specific concerns within the population? I was going to use informationRefugees, Geneva, Switzerland, 2-25 July 1951. Geneva, 1952.
United Nations Office on refugees,Drugs and I know there are quite a few of you that are interested inCrime (UNODC). (2010). People vulnerable to human trafficking... any other ideas?
Here is the breakdown of the work:
Forensic Case Study:
Sections:
1. Introduction: Nicole DeCarufel
2. Background: Christina Daoust
3. Practice- Settings, Roles & Ethics: Danielle Clarke
4. Theory: Kristin Clements
5. SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach): Erin Ward
6. Special Issues or concerns with this population: Collectively as a group, each will explore a certain subpopulation of interest, and Nicole DeCarufel with organize ideas.
Nicole: Refugees
Christina: Sex Slavery
Kristin: Human Trafficking
Erin:
Danielle: Human Trafficking
7. Future Directions: Christina Daoust
8. Conclusion: Nicole DeCarufel
Overall Organization and final editing: Nicole DeCarufel, Danielle Clarke, Kristin Clements, Erin Ward, Christina Daoust- Spoke with the Professor and she had mentioned we all keep posting and editing throughout the assignment and then email her the link when we have all decided on the final version. Therefore we will all be doing the editing
Please let me know if you want to change anything!
-Nicole D.trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html

SECTION 5 --- SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach): Erin Ward
This section will address the SocioLegal environment or two pronged approach in which social workers assist victims of human trafficking and refugees seeking asylum in the United States. Social Workers are most likely to engage with refugees, asylees’s and victims of human trafficking in the courts, diversions and community social services.
her statement:
Social workers shall work out — together with other professionals — new methods, tools and quality standards in the “chain of care” for the affected women and also for a coordinated co-operation among professionals. Beside Round Tables or the cross-border exchange of best practice models manuals for the treatment of trafficked women could help in the direct work with clients and could also give other professionals the change to understand the complex and sensitive topic (2007).
Human trafficking will not seize to exist unless multiple disciplines start working together to successfully eradicate modern day slavery once and for all.

Refugee resettlement agencies, private non-profit agencies, immigration detention centers and also immigration services are just a few of the forensic social work settings that could be involved with this group of individuals (Maschi, 2009). By using these fellow professionals and working in an array of settings social workers can play a more significant role in alleviating our common day form of modern-slavery (Hodge, 2008). However, when working with these individuals, as well as many other groups of individuals, it sometimes becomes difficult to put ones personal ethics aside to focus on the needs of the client. Often when researchers are collecting data on these women and children, they must witness violent and/or illegal acts. When in these settings, it is important however, to not interact with the illegal or violent issue occurring. Any intervention could result in a harmful way instead of a positive one (Cwikel, 2005). Also, when dealing with these victims it is important to accentuate strength-empowerment. If victims become too reliant on their social worker, it could have a major negative impact on their lives when the social worker has completed their duties. This is one of the many challenges that social workers are faced with when they are working with a population that may not have any support system. The most important thing in a client/ social worker setting is to have trust within that relationship (Maschi, 2009). The trauma this population has endured will make trust much harder to form. The social worker will function as an advocate, an educator, a mediator, and will also be involved in the treatment /therapy and referrals for every client. This population of victims has endured such trauma that a social worker will be a key to their recovery and the rebuilding of their lives.
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sheet (2009), “after drug dealing, human trafficking is tied with the illegal arms industry as the second largest criminalillegal industry in the world today, and itworld. It is also one of the fastest growing.”growing (U.S., 2009). Maschi, Bradley
Due to the variations in types of trafficking, social work practitioners need to recognize that human trafficking victims come in many different forms. Victims can include men, women and children from any race and nationality. Not only do victims come in different forms, but they also enter the human trafficking “ring” under various circumstances. In most cases, “traffickers use force, fraud and coercion to compel women, men and children to engage in these activities” (U.S., 2009).
When working with victims of human trafficking, social work practitioners should take into account the four theories of victimization. The theories are as follows:
These theories may also play a significant role in the prevention of human trafficking. Practitioners may be able to help combat a rising human trafficking rate, by simply advocating on behalf of these victims and providing the general public with information that might help safeguard them from being sold into this horrific trade. For example, based on the four theories, practitioners might suggest that the public protect themselves by being extra cautious when replying to job ads (especially ads located abroad). Practitioners might also encouraging women and young girls to not dress too provocatively and to stay away from dangerous neighborhoods or locations that might not be safe. The results of such preventative measures could produce more public awareness on the issue, which in turn might help to lower the currently rising rate of people being trafficked.
SECTION 5 --- SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach): Erin Ward
social services.
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) passed in 2000 by the United States government protects victims who have been trafficked into the U.S for domestic or sexual servitude, bondage or slavery. (Maschi, Bradley, Ward 2009). In order to attain a T-Visa, which would allow the victim to stay in the United States and receive services, the victim must ‘prove’ that they were severely harmed from the trafficking and help law enforcement prosecute the traffickers (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). If they do not wish to help prosecute the traffickers, they are deported back to their country of origin. On a micro and mezzo level, Social workers would act as clinicians and brokers in helping these victims deal with the horrors they have lived through and connecting them with the resources they need while working with law enforcement (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Although it is necessary for Social Workers to address these issues in a collaborative manner with other disciplines, “Representatives of the human rights-based approach to trafficking (social workers) place more attention on the protection of the human rights of trafficked persons than on prevention”(Zierer, 2007). This is where Social Workers act on a Macro level as educators in informing the community and population at risk of what the dangers of human trafficking are and what it looks like as well as advocating for more services to victims and harsher punishment to the perpetrator. Under TVPA, only those who are severely harmed through trafficking are considered to be victims. In relation to those forced into the sex-trade, such as minors selling themselves on the city streets, they are not protected under TVPA and are usually tried as criminals and not seen as victims. Through effective advocating and lobbying, the workers and clients at Girls Educational and Mentoring Services (GEMS) of New York, they helped pass the Safe Harbor for Exploited Children Act that defines young children who prostitute themselves as victims of human trafficking under TVPA. With this act, these children forced into sexual servitude are no longer seen as criminals but as those in need of social and legal services (Kalergis, 2009). Zierer effectively summarizes how social workers can take on collaborative approach with other disciplines in her statement:
topic (2007).
Human
Human trafficking will for all.
In regarding refugees, immigrants and those seeking asylum in the United States, Social Workers would again act as brokers, case managers within Refugee Resettlement Agencies , and clinicians on the micro and mezzo level( Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Social workers can not just address issues within the micro level as this would not support a two-pronged approach. Social workers also must address macro level issues with refugees through advocating for more effective and humane treatment of those seeking asylum as “the conditions immigrants experience in the United States often remind the asylum seekers of the persecution they endured in their own countries at the hands of law enforcement, prison guards, and soldiers (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Although all refugees to the United States may not be granted asylum, we must strive to make the process of seeking it the least stressful it can be. Social workers can act as a buffer between law enforcement or the government and their client in receiving all the resources they need.
Section 6 --- Special Issues or concerns with this population

These theories may also play a significant role in the prevention of human trafficking. Practitioners may be able to help combat a rising human trafficking rate, by simply advocating on behalf of these victims and providing the general public with information that might help safeguard them from being sold into this horrific trade. For example, based on the four theories, practitioners might suggest that the public protect themselves by being extra cautious when replying to job ads (especially ads located abroad). Practitioners might also encouraging women and young girls to not dress too provocatively and to stay away from dangerous neighborhoods or locations that might not be safe. The results of such preventative measures could produce more public awareness on the issue, which in turn might help to lower the currently rising rate of people being trafficked.
SECTION 5 --- SocioLegal Environment (PIE and the Two Pronged Approach): Erin Ward
This section will address the SocioLegal environment or two pronged approach in which social workers assist victims of human trafficking and refugees seeking asylum in the United States. Social Workers are most likely to engage with refugees, asylees’s and victims of human trafficking in the courts, diversions and community social services.
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) passed in 2000 by the United States government protects victims who have been trafficked into the U.S for domestic or sexual servitude, bondage or slavery. (Maschi, Bradley, Ward 2009). In order to attain a T-Visa, which would allow the victim to stay in the United States and receive services, the victim must ‘prove’ that they were severely harmed from the trafficking and help law enforcement prosecute the traffickers (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). If they do not wish to help prosecute the traffickers, they are deported back to their country of origin. On a micro and mezzo level, Social workers would act as clinicians and brokers in helping these victims deal with the horrors they have lived through and connecting them with the resources they need while working with law enforcement (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Although it is necessary for Social Workers to address these issues in a collaborative manner with other disciplines, “Representatives of the human rights-based approach to trafficking (social workers) place more attention on the protection of the human rights of trafficked persons than on prevention”(Zierer, 2007). This is where Social Workers act on a Macro level as educators in informing the community and population at risk of what the dangers of human trafficking are and what it looks like as well as advocating for more services to victims and harsher punishment to the perpetrator. Under TVPA, only those who are severely harmed through trafficking are considered to be victims. In relation to those forced into the sex-trade, such as minors selling themselves on the city streets, they are not protected under TVPA and are usually tried as criminals and not seen as victims. Through effective advocating and lobbying, the workers and clients at Girls Educational and Mentoring Services (GEMS) of New York, they helped pass the Safe Harbor for Exploited Children Act that defines young children who prostitute themselves as victims of human trafficking under TVPA. With this act, these children forced into sexual servitude are no longer seen as criminals but as those in need of social and legal services (Kalergis, 2009). Zierer effectively summarizes how social workers can take on collaborative approach with other disciplines in her statement:
Social workers shall work out — together with other professionals — new methods, tools and quality standards in the “chain of care” for the affected women and also for a coordinated co-operation among professionals. Beside Round Tables or the cross-border exchange of best practice models manuals for the treatment of trafficked women could help in the direct work with clients and could also give other professionals the change to understand the complex and sensitive topic (2007).
Human trafficking will not seize to exist unless multiple disciplines start working together to successfully eradicate modern day slavery once and for all.
In regarding refugees, immigrants and those seeking asylum in the United States, Social Workers would again act as brokers, case managers within Refugee Resettlement Agencies , and clinicians on the micro and mezzo level( Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Social workers can not just address issues within the micro level as this would not support a two-pronged approach. Social workers also must address macro level issues with refugees through advocating for more effective and humane treatment of those seeking asylum as “the conditions immigrants experience in the United States often remind the asylum seekers of the persecution they endured in their own countries at the hands of law enforcement, prison guards, and soldiers (Maschi, Bradley, Ward, 2009). Although all refugees to the United States may not be granted asylum, we must strive to make the process of seeking it the least stressful it can be. Social workers can act as a buffer between law enforcement or the government and their client in receiving all the resources they need.
Section 6 --- Special Issues or concerns with this population
#6: Kristin C.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1680773/theories_of_victimization_victi
m_precipitation.html?cat=51
Kalergis, K.I. (2009). A passionate practice: addressing the needs of commercially sexually exploited teenagers. Affilia, 24, 315-324. doi: 10.1177/0886109909337706
Siegel, L. J. (2006). Criminology. 9th ed. Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Fact sheet: Human trafficking. (2009).
vulnerable to human trafficking. Retrieved from http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/hiv-
aids/people-vulnerable-to-human-trafficking.html
Zierer, Brigitta. (2007). Comparative Social Work and Trafficking in Women. SocMag - SW&S News Magazine. Date Retrieved April 27th, 2010.
http://www.socmag.net/?p=175
I also researched a bit for question #6 on the topic of human trafficking. I know several of us were going to to be talking about human trafficking in the collaboration so I didn't want to say too much and have everything we all researched overlap. If you want to change anything I have or if it's a duplicate feel free to edit or remove it as you wish! Hope everything was done correctly. Feedback is always welcome :)
P.S. Something happened to the formatting of my resources when I copied them over to this page. If anyone can figure out how to fix it that would be awesome. No matter what I do it's not solving the issue.