SW3601
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SW 3601 - Solidarity & Community-led Transformation in South Africa (3 Cr.) Civic Life and Ethics, Global Perspectives
School of Social Work (11230)
TCED - College of Education and Human Development
Course description
Though the magnificence of South Africa's people and landscapes is vast, it is often said that visitors ignore the view by overlooking the juxtaposition between acute poverty in the townships and immensely affluent neighborhoods (built for-and-by the white minority during Apartheid). Mindful visitors often put into question the free market and recognize that Apartheid's history of racism and classism still exists in all fabrics of life; and, many westerners try to assist through service or volunteerism without fostering real change. In Africa, service is a billion-dollar industry. Abuse by western volunteer organizations and other programs has included half-finished work, time and resources drained from communities, and unchanged volunteers. But, do we do nothing?In this course, we will explore the dynamics of power, privilege, and repression through social justice advocacy and scholarly analysis of the oppressive savior complex.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
A-F - A-F Grade Basis
Field Work
This course fulfills the following Liberal Education requirement(s)
Global Perspectives, Civic Life and Ethics
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Every Spring