University of Portland Bulletin 2023-2024

SW 456 Organizing for Environmental Justice

This course examines the role of social work and community practice in addressing environmental injustice. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives and action research, we examine threats to sustainability and equity (e.g., environmental racism, extractive economics) as well as implications of climate collapse for marginalized communities. Local and global environmental organizing efforts will be discussed.

Prerequisite

SW 101 or instructor permission
  • Up one level
  • 400