| Autor: |
Appleby, George A., Mallon, Gerald P. |
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Foundations of Social Work Practice with Lesbian & Gay Persons; 1998, p249-269, 21p |
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The premise of this chapter is that U.S. society will reject continued attempts to defend discrimination against lesbian and gay people in the name of 'family values' or 'special rights" or 'preservation of morale.' Such discrimination will be seen for what it really is: bigotry. Social change is slow and discriminatory attitudes and behaviors will continue to be oppressive environmental and organizational influences on lesbian and gay social workers employed by human service agencies. This vestige of homophobia and heterosexism, therefore, must become the target of social work intervention. The workplace can have the potential to promote feelings of personal validation and a source of mental health. There are recommended steps in assisting agencies to become nurturing environments that champion the civil rights and the well-being of lesbian and gay employees. These include and educational program related to sexual orientation and programs that encourage joining support groups. |
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