THE IMPACT OF CULTURAL FACTORS ON THE PRACTICE OF SOCIAL WORK IN EKOSODIN COMMUNITY, OVIA NORTH EAST L.G.A OF EDO STATE
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This study examined the impact of cultural factors on the practice of social work in Ekosodin Community. The study adopted a survey research design to explore how cultural beliefs, traditions, and social norms influence social work practice within the community. A sample size of 400 respondents was selected using purposive (judgmental) sampling techniques, consisting of individuals who were involved in or exposed to cultural factors affecting social work practice in the area.
Data for the study were collected using a structured questionnaire as the research instrument. The instrument was validated using face validity, while its reliability was determined through the test–retest reliability method. The questionnaires were administered personally by the researcher with the assistance of a research assistant, who guided respondents in completing the instrument. The study employed a mixed method approach consisting of a perception survey and a self-substance use survey. The perception survey generated data from members of the community who are affected by cultural influences on social work practices, while the self-substance use survey involved social workers and clients directly impacted by these cultural factors.
The data collected were analyzed using the IBM SPSS Statistics. The findings revealed that cultural beliefs and practices significantly influence the effectiveness of social work practice in the community. The study highlighted the importance of social workers having a deep understanding of the cultural dynamics present among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. The research therefore recommends the inclusion of comprehensive cultural competence training in social work education programs to improve the effectiveness and responsiveness of social work practice in the community.
Data for the study were collected using a structured questionnaire as the research instrument. The instrument was validated using face validity, while its reliability was determined through the test–retest reliability method. The questionnaires were administered personally by the researcher with the assistance of a research assistant, who guided respondents in completing the instrument. The study employed a mixed method approach consisting of a perception survey and a self-substance use survey. The perception survey generated data from members of the community who are affected by cultural influences on social work practices, while the self-substance use survey involved social workers and clients directly impacted by these cultural factors.
The data collected were analyzed using the IBM SPSS Statistics. The findings revealed that cultural beliefs and practices significantly influence the effectiveness of social work practice in the community. The study highlighted the importance of social workers having a deep understanding of the cultural dynamics present among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. The research therefore recommends the inclusion of comprehensive cultural competence training in social work education programs to improve the effectiveness and responsiveness of social work practice in the community.
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