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Using my identity and areas of difference to drive authentic, community-led social work

Posted by: Patriche Bentick, Posted on: 23 September 2021 - Categories: Leadership, Wellbeing
Patriche Bentick

Patriche Bentick discusses her journey to become a Senior Practitioner at Camden Council and making tangible change for Black and Ethnic Minority social workers, communities and children.

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