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May 2024
26m 8s

SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH HUB (Ep.7)

Ronnie Chatah
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A miniseries covering social work in Lebanon, dialogues between different generations of social workers. Tonight's guests include: Samar Boulos, a social worker and active member of Lebanese civil society through various boards and volunteering opportunities. She gained grassroots experience in local governance, advocacy, and organizational management. She ... Show More
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