Training Opportunity!

Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS’s) Strategic Interventions is pleased to offer this workshop on Sept 18 & 19 for professionals in mental health, social work, education, healthcare, and other fields where ethical decision-making in helping relationships is critical.

This workshop delves into the ethical principles and dilemmas that arise in the context of helping relationships, with a specific focus on the complexities of gender, race, colonization, and immigration. Through a blend of interactive lectures, case study evaluations, and group discussions, participants will explore the foundational ethical frameworks that guide professional conduct in fields such as mental health, social work, and counselling. The session focuses on understanding the ethical responsibilities and challenges professionals face when building and maintaining helping relationships amid these complex socio-cultural dynamics. Participants will examine real-world scenarios to identify ethical issues, consider the implications of various decisions, and develop skills for ethical decision-making. The workshop emphasizes the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality, and competence in addressing the specific needs related to race and gender while navigating the complexities of ethical dilemmas in a colonial context. Attendees will leave the workshop with enhanced awareness and practical tools for upholding ethical standards in their professional practice.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand Ethical Frameworks: Gain knowledge of key ethical theories and principles that underpin professional practice in helping relationships
• Identify Ethical Issues: Learn to recognize common ethical dilemmas and challenges in helping relationships, including issues related to confidentiality, dual relationships, and informed consent.
• Apply Ethical Decision-Making Models: Develop skills to apply ethical decision-making models to real-life scenarios, ensuring adherence to professional ethical standards.
• Maintain Professional Boundaries: Understand the importance of setting and maintaining professional boundaries to foster trust and respect in helping relationships.
• Promote a Race and Gender Analysis Framework: Strengthen the ability to offer ethical support that respects the diverse backgrounds and values of Black, Indigenous, racialized, and immigrant clients, with a focus on race and gender considerations.
• Navigate Confidentiality Concerns: Learn to handle confidentiality issues effectively, balancing the need to protect client privacy with legal and ethical obligations.
• Foster Ethical Awareness: Increase awareness of personal and professional biases that can influence ethical decision-making and develop strategies to mitigate their impact.
• Develop Ethical Practice Skills: Equip oneself with practical tools and techniques for integrating ethical considerations into everyday professional practice, ensuring the highest standards of care and support.

This workshop equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate ethical complexities and maintain integrity in their professional helping relationships.