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Bill Vanderwill: Pioneer in Sport Social Work
Bill Vanderwill: Pioneer in Sport Social Work
Bill Vanderwill: Pioneer in Sport Social Work
Tuesday 15th February 2022
Bill Vanderwill shares how sport social work is changing athletes' mental health and promoting inclusivity. Tune in for inspiring insights.
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Get the buttons here!Bill Vanderwill: Transforming Sports Through Social Work
As anthropologists say, the greatest human relationships are based on cooperation, not competition, and I have seen such grace from other people like yourself of wanting to share and learn and educate each other. And so it really became sort of an incubator for people to generate new ideas.
Ever thought about how social work intersects with sports? In this episode of Courtside Wellness, host Brandon St.Croix sits down with Bill Vanderwill, MSW, LMSW from the University of Michigan, to shed light on this unique blend. Vanderwill, a pioneer in sport social work, shares his journey and the evolution of this vital field.
From using sports as a tool for youth development to enhancing athletes' mental health, Vanderwill offers a fresh perspective on the powerful role social workers play in sports. He dives into the origins of sport social work, its growth, and how it’s breaking down mental health stigmas while promoting inclusivity. Vanderwill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration over competition in generating new ideas.
This episode is packed with inspiring stories and practical insights, making it a must-listen for anyone passionate about sports and mental well-being. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or sports enthusiast, you'll find valuable takeaways that could change the way you view mental health in sports.