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First She Leveled Up Her Skills in Grad School – Today She’s DCYF Deputy Director

Brandi DiDino, whose love and life purpose has been child welfare for almost 20 years, recommends all social workers pursue an M.S.W.

Grad Degree Lifts Her From Low-Wage Earner to High-Paid Professional

Rhode Island College Impact

Upon completion of this unique M.S.W. program, Silvia Adames will become a fully licensed behavioral health counselor.

Two Social Work Majors Are Helping Their Latino Community

“After all these years of working in the Latino community, it’s clear to me that the United States needs more bilingual counselors.” – Cruz Zapata

New Center Seeks to Eliminate Barriers in Latinx Mental Healthcare

Rhode Island College Impact

The Atrévete Center of Excellence for Latinx/Hispanic Social Work Practice plans to add up to 55 bilingual providers across Rhode Island by 2027.

RIC Partnership Removes Barriers to a Community Health Worker’s Dream

Rhode Island College Impact

Upon completion of this unique M.S.W. program, Silvia Adames will become a fully licensed behavioral health counselor.

AI and VR are Transforming Social Work Education at RIC

Grant-funded research allows future social workers to assess clients using artificial intelligence and virtual reality environments.