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Owia Bulletin for Social Work and Development (Issue 115)
News | Opportunities | Information | Resources // ISSN 3006-077X
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Program for Social Work and Development Student Conference (SWDSC)
7 June 2024 - aswnetadmin

Friday, 14 June | 08AM-12PM WAT | 09AM-1PM CAT/SAT | 10AM-2PM EAT.  || 16 June is Day of the African Child (DAC).

For info, registration and Zoom details, go to https://africasocialwork.net/DACC24



Session & TimePresentersPresentation Titles
1ST HOURCHAIR & MODERATOR SESSION 1 10 mins/presenter, 5 mins Q&ADr Samuel Simbine, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe and Uche Nwatu, Social Worker, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
1OPENING AND WELCOME REMARKS  Danzel Rademan, Social Worker, University of the Free State, South Africa Tatenda Sukulao, Bachelor of Social Work, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe
2Nwatu Juliet Ogechukwu Social Work Student, University of Nigeria, NsukkaAddressing the growing epidemic of child abuse in Nigeria: Insights from social work practitioners in South-Eastern Nigeria.
3Obgan DavidSocial Work StudentUniversity of BeninThe digital divide: Exploring the impact of technology on the social life of the African child
4Nwaeze Vivian Amarachi Social Work Student University of Nigeria, NsukkaThe voice of the child: exploring the importance of involving children in decision-making processes that affect their lives and discussing best practices for promoting their active participation.
2ND HOURCHAIR & MODERATOR SESSION 2 10 mins/presenter, 5 mins Q&ADr Grey Magaiza, Senior Lecturer: Department of Community Development, University of the Free State, South Africa and Cornelius Dudzai, PhD Student, University of Wollongong, Australia
5Victoria Okoeguale Social Work Student University of BeninThe role of parental empathy in promoting healthy child development
6Adams E. Ademola Social Work Student University of BeninInclusive education for children with special needs in Africa: policies, practice, and support system.
7Nwoga Cynthia ChikodiliSocial Work Student University of Nigeria, NsukkaEmpowering children with disabilities: Promoting inclusive development and social participation
8Saneliso Matsebula Social Work Student Eswatini Medical Christian UniversityBuilding resilient education systems in juvenile centers for increased access to inclusive learning in Africa: Shared experiences from Eswatini
3RD HOURCHAIR & MODERATOR SESSION 3 10 mins/presenter, 5 mins Q&AElizabeth Chanyau, Social Worker, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe and Dr Kofi Awiury-Newton, Social Work Lecturer, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe
Break Break Break
9Bongekile NtshalintshaliSocial Work Student Eswatini Medical Christian UniversityChildren’s rights in digital environment: Experiences of social work students in Eswatini during community work.
10Christabel Okoroafor EbubechukwuSocial Work StudentUniversity of Nigeria, Nsukka Creating a sustainable future for the African child: A solar punk concept
11Emordi Promise JudeLecturer, Department of Arts and Humanities &Egbuchulam Prisca Chibuzo, Postgraduate Student, Department of Political ScienceUniversity of Nigeria, NsukkaHumanitarian crisis in Nigeria: A threat to child protection
4TH HOURCHAIR & MODERATORSESSION 410 mins/presenter, 5 mins Q&ASession: 25 minutesNtloko Nkqubela, PhD Candidate in Social Work, NMU and Weston Chidyausiku Social work lecturer Eswatini Medical Christian University
12Okafor Moses NnamdiSocial Work Student University of BeninMaximizing technology: Concern on the African child`s literacy
13Christopher Orobosa Social Work Student University of BeninLearning by doing: Field practicum as a catalyst for social impact in education
14Session: Ubuntu Digital Platform Launch Led by Prof Twikirize Makerere University, UgandaLaunch of Ubuntu Digital Platform for Learning and Teaching funded by International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW)
Project team introduction
Official opening of the project
Demonstration of the platform Discussion
15THANK YOU AND CLOSING REMARKS 5 minutes  Dr Rugare Mugumbate, Conference Convenor, Africa Social Work and Development Network



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