Why is it important to understand our personal bias(es), to include unconscious bias(es), so that we effectively work with diverse clients within any Human Services agency?

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Directions: In a 3-page, double-spaced reflection paper, think about your own bias(es), and address the following:  It is important that you meet the minimum page length requirement and that your work is double-spaced throughout. All facts should be cited with a parenthetical in-text citation throughout your work, in addition to, the inclusion of a Reference Page at the end of your work.

  • Why is it important to understand our personal bias(es), to include unconscious bias(es), so that we effectively work with diverse clients within any Human Services agency?
  • Thinking of yourself as a professional, explain how the following areas assist you towards proactively addressing your identified bias(es) so that they do not translate into your practice as a Human Services Professional:
    • education
    • continuous training/professional development,
    • self-reflection
    • supervision