Belén Parra, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona (Spain)
Chus Rodríguez Gómez, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona (Spain)
Ariadna Munté, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona (Spain)
Nuria Cabero Olayas, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, (Spain)

Se presenta una experiencia de colaboración entre profesionales de Trabajo Social de los servicios sociales y la Universidad de Barcelona para la mejora del aprendizaje del trabajo social de grupo. Se elabora colaborativamente un material didáctico mediante las grabaciones de los grupos llevados a cabo en los servicios sociales.

María José de Dios Duarte, Universidad de Valladolid, Valladolid, Castilla y León (Spain)
Andres Astray, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Ana Barrón López de Roda, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)

Esta investigación apunta algunas ideas de intervención en grupos centrada en el apoyo social y el estrés en personas con enfermedad de Crohn. Se trata de mejorar su tratamiento mediante el retraso de las recaídas (exacerbación de la enfermedad) y el aumento de los tiempos entre los ingresos hospitalarios que precisan estas personas.

Andrea Jiménez, Universidad de La Salle, Bogotá (Colombia)

La experiencia de intervención con grupos que se presenta, esta referida a una Comunidad Multiespecie Zoolidaria desde la relación que se establece entre humanos y sus perros en la ciudad de Bogotá en Colombia, a la luz de tres componentes que estructuran este tejido comunitario, como lo son: 1. El Perro como agente en el Tejido Zoocial; 2. Vínculos afectivos y de bienestar en comunidades multiespecie; y 3. Espacios públicos, socialización y zoolidaridad.

Penelopia Iancu, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB (Canada)
Isabel Lanteigne, Université de Moncton, Moncton, NB (Canada)

Cette recherche vise à comprendre l’expérience des parents ayant un enfant avec des problèmes de santé mentale et leurs besoins en matière d’accompagnement. Nous explorons la contribution du groupe auprès de ces familles et la solidarité qui se tisse entre les membres. Le groupe offre aux parents de l’information sur les ressources disponibles et du soutien, permettant aussi d’unir leur voix comme levier à des revendications collectives en vue de combattre les injustices épistémiques.

Angelea Panos, Utah Valley University, Orem, UT (USA)
Patrick Panos, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT (USA)

The global refugee crisis has displaced millions of individuals, forcing them to live in camps where they experience ongoing stress, trauma, and uncertainty about the future. Limited access to mental health care exacerbates these challenges, making alternative approaches to psychological well-being essential. Virtual yoga and mindfulness training groups provide an innovative, cost-effective, and accessible method to support the mental health of refugees, offering a structured way to cultivate resilience, reduce stress, and promote healing.

Promita Majumdar, Visva Bharati University, Shantiniketan, West Bengal (India)

Family dynamics play a critical role in adolescent development, particularly in marginalized and tribal communities where socio-economic challenges often lead to strained relationships. This intervention examines the effectiveness of a family empowerment program implemented in the tribal tea garden communities of North Bengal. The program engaged parents and adolescents in 10 weekly interactive sessions designed to enhance family bonding, improve communication, and address social challenges.

Leslianne Davis, Private Practice, Raleigh, NC

This session examines group work's vital role in empowering Black mothers during reentry. Learn culturally responsive strategies, trauma-informed practices, and community-building techniques to foster resilience and promote successful reintegration.

Carole Som, H Louis Lake Senior Center, Garden Grove, CA

Death is something that everyone experiences. Group to Healing is a grief therapy support group that utilizes expressive art therapy, psychoeducation and case management utilizing the theoretical framework of the Dual Model Process of Bereavement. Presentation attendees will understand theory and practical ways to support individuals that are grieving. Materials for Group to Healing will be provided upon request. The proposal for Group to Healing was awarded a SPARC Grant by IASWG.

Isabel Lee, Salem State University, Salem, MA (USA)

This presentation examines how ethnocultural community engagement programs by the Korean American Association of Greater Philadelphia enhanced vaccine confidence during COVID-19. By leveraging cultural collectivism and intergenerational participation, initiatives such as the Mask-Making Campaign and Korean National Holiday Celebration fostered trust and solidarity. Attendees will learn culturally sensitive strategies for public health communication and explore the role of community solidarity in overcoming vaccine hesitancy in minority populations.

Sarah Tennenhaus, CancerCare, New York, NY (USA)

Social isolation and limited support are significant issues among older adults, impacting physical and mental wellbeing. This issue is especially acute for older adults with cancer. This presentation will describe a monthly virtual book club developed to reduce social isolation and increase positive connections among older adults with cancer. Materials selection criteria, recruitment suggestions, and group facilitation pointers will be included.

Ahmed Alif, NYU, Astoria, NY (USA)
Veera Mookerjee, Resolveera, Mamaroneck, NY (USA)
Nadia Reedwan, Rotary E-heritage, New York, NY (USA)

This session explores how cultural stigma, gender norms, and structural barriers impact Bangladeshi immigrant mothers' engagement with parenting and mental health interventions. Using an implementation science lens, it examines the gap between efficacy and real-world effectiveness, highlighting strategies for culturally tailored, community-driven interventions. Attendees will gain practical tools for enhancing service accessibility, feasibility, and sustainability, ensuring interventions align with the lived experiences of immigrant communities.

Peace Yuh Ju Wong, National University of Singapore, Singapore (Singapore)
Jason Tan, National University of Singapore, Singapore (Singapore)

Effective teaching of social groupwork practice is achievable through the use of thoughtful groupwork teaching, use of varied assessment methods and learning strategies. It was found that students were significantly more confident in demonstrating the groupwork skills after the course using the validated 70-item Inventory of Foundation Competencies in Social Work with Groups developed by Macgown (2012).

Alice Schmidt Hanbidge, Renison University College, Waterloo, ON (Canada)
Sloan Bruan Lorenzini, Florida International University, Department of Social Work, Miami, FL (USA)
Maryam Rafieifar, University of Texas at Arlington, School of Social Work, Arlington, TX (USA)
Mark Macgowan, Florida International University, Miami, FL (USA)

Is receiving support through online group sessions as beneficial as attending in-person group treatments? Through a systematic review process,15 randomized controlled trials with similar interventions were examined. The impact of both formats varied, with some showing small changes while others displayed exceptionally positive outcomes. Whether you opt for the digital embrace or the physical experience of face-to-face therapeutic group connections, both methods can be effective and helpful in fostering positive outcomes.

Tina Moy, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL (USA)

Explore the impact of post-COVID Asian hate on AAPI students and learn about the critical role of AAPI affinity groups in creating supportive school environments. This session integrates theoretical perspectives and practice innovations, providing strategies for promoting inclusion, addressing discrimination, and fostering healing within school communities. Join us to discuss actionable steps for promoting equity and empowerment for AAPI students in the post-pandemic era.

Katryna Moland, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA (USA)
Atlantis Leonard, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA (USA)
Michael Lyman, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA (USA)

The purpose of this project is to assess the impact of setting in a social work with groups class. The settings being compared are classes in the pre-COVID-19 era versus classes in the post-COVID-19 timeframe. The data collected showed higher ratings for social work skills and values in the post-COVID era.

Tyriesa Howard, Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO (USA)
Anthony Nixon, Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO (USA)
Jordyn Wartts, Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO (USA)
Ri'enna Boyd, Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO (USA)
Jesse Davis, Saint Louis Integrated Health Network, Saint Louis, MO (USA)

The presentation focuses on enhancing postpartum mental health in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) settings by emphasizing the critical role fathers play in this context. The session aims to delineate innovative approaches to support fathers of NICU infants thereby moderated improved well-being of the entire family. Integrating theoretical frameworks with practical interventions, this presentation proposes groupwork as a strategic method to address the unique psychological needs of these fathers.

Jennifer Frank, Millersville University, Millersville, PA (USA)
Dawn Watson, Millersville University, Millersville, PA (USA)

This case study explored the nature of the charitable food landscape of one rural PA county (USA), including resource access, connectedness with other systems/services, and other potential barriers that may limit their effectiveness.

Andrés Arias Astray, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
David Alonso González, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Raquel Avila Muñoz, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Juan Brea Iglesias, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Ana Cañas Lerma, Universidad Islas Baleares, Palma de Mallorca, Islas Baleares (Spain)
Neus Caparros, La Rioja University, Logroño, SL (Spain)
Iria de la Osa Subtil, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odòn, Madrid (Spain)
Beatriz de la Riva Picatoste, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Yolanda Domenech-López, Universidad de Alicante, Alicante (Spain)
Renata Nunes, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Belén Parra, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona (Spain)
Adriana Benito Ruiz, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Claudia Bravo Langreo, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Lucía Casas Álvarez, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Marta García Portel, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Olivia Güemes Acedo, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)
Éboli Valencia Aramburu, Complutense University of Madrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid (Spain)

The board game, Groupoly, is described and the possibility of playing it is offered. Groupoly is designed to acquire knowledge about social work with groups and to develop basic competences to participate and manage groups.

Sin Ting Yum, Allkin Singapore Ltd, Singapore (Singapore)
Vijaya Rani Jayaguru, Allkin Singapore Ltd, Singapore (Singapore)
Oi Ling Yong, Allkin Singapore Ltd, Singapore (Singapore)
Xing Jun Chuah, Allkin Singapore Ltd, Singapore (Singapore)
Janson Lim, Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore (Singapore)

The No 2(To) Family Violence (N2FV) group work was developed by Allkin Singapore as a psychoeducational programme for individuals who experienced family violence and conducted virtually via Zoom. Practice research was conducted seeking social workers' and group work participants' perceptions to understand the function and dynamics of virtual group work in the context of family violence. Discussions includes researchers’ reflections on adapting group work competencies to address the diverse needs of clients.

Amanda Amorocho, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Bucaramanga, Santander (Colombia)

Se presenta una reflexión en torno a un proceso de conformación de un grupo de educación no formal constituido para la prevención del Chagas agudo en tres barrios de una ciudad del nororiente de Colombia. El diplomado desarrolló actividades teóricas y prácticas con los participantes, buscando el diálogo de saberes. Esta experiencia buscó la comprensión de la diversidad cultural de los participantes y asumió el enfoque de Educación popular aplicada al campo de la salud.