Gabi Hesk
School of Health and Society
University of Salford
United Kingdom
Biography
Social worker in practice for 20 + years in Children and Families Social Work in both the voluntary and statutory sector, (Residential, Children with Disabilities, Fostering and Adoption, Child Protection, Domestic Violence).Interested in community engagement at grassroots level and encouraging students to develop these skills during their education and training.A love of music, dancing, concerts and theatre and supporting (watching!) my children in their sports activities; handball, football and rugby. An appreciation of good company, food and wine!
Research Interest
Community Engagement Black Feminist Theory and its use in understanding social work practice The ‘lived experience’ of Women of Colour Refugees and People Seeking Asylum Gypsy Roma Traveler Inclusion Social Work Practice Skills
