University of New England Online Master of Social Work
Higher Education - Portland, Maine, United States
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University of New England Online Master of Social Work Details
The University of New England (UNE) is an independent, coeducational university with two distinctive campuses on the coast of southern Maine, University Campus in Biddeford and Portland Campus in suburban Portland. UNE offers more than 40 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in health sciences, natural sciences, osteopathic medicine, human services, liberal arts, education, and business.The University of New England School of Social Work embraces a vision of sustainable, equitable, diverse communities committed to universal human rights and social and economic justice. From this perspective, health is identified as physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.Mission:The mission of the School of Social Work is to provide transformative and collaborative learning that embraces the values of social inclusion and promotes enhanced quality of life for individuals and communities. Philosophical/Values Framework:We are committed to human dignity, diversity, and self-determination and the struggle against domination, exploitation, and violence in all forms. Our vision is firmly grounded in human resilience, capacity building, and the potential for individual and collective transformation at all systemic levels and within all organizations. This includes a professional obligation to combat and dismantle barriers to human dignity and to advocate for resource equity and social justice. We respect people's memberships in groups and communities distinguished by class, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, and culture while honoring each person's individuality. Our program advances growth and change, global and local equity, and relational connection among all people.
