Meredith Tetloff, PhD
Many social workers may view the results of the election as a refutation of our professional values. How can we continue to do the work we hold dear?
In this episode of the inSocialWork podcast, Meredith Tetloff discusses the complexities of practicing social work within conservative spaces and explores ways to envision futures that align with social work values and ethics, even amid polarization. Tetloff shares strategies for navigating these spaces by noticing societal signals and building scenarios to guide ethical, impactful action in social work.
Drawing from her extensive background in community practice and policy, Tetloff addresses the challenges of maintaining progressive social work principles in spaces that may not align with these views. Her insights are both timely and relevant for anyone interested in advancing social work practice across diverse environments.
Meredith Tetloff, PhD, has taught and practiced social work in the Deep South for over two decades. She holds a PhD in social work from the University of Georgia and serves on the faculty at the University of Montevallo, where she connects students with community and policy making through hands-on learning experiences. Her work in the Social Work Futures Lab emphasizes creating equitable, justice-oriented futures.
Show Notes
Cite this podcast – Sobota, P. (Host). (2024, November 19). Conservative Spaces: Futures Thinking and Lessons from Alabama (No. 331)[Audio podcast episode]. In inSocialWork. University at Buffalo School of Social Work.
