Deck 6: Values and Ethics

Question 1

While democracy has been an historical pillar of group work, socially just ethical practice challenges its assumption of ______ for marginalized populations

A) stratification
B) inferiority
C) equality
D) inclusion

Answer 1

D

Question 2

An understanding of ______ is central to building solidarity among diverse group members.

A) intersectionality
B) democracy
C) cultural differences
D) gender roles

Answer 2

A

Question 3

______ is an active process of inviting, admitting, engaging with, representing, affirming, and integrating members.

A) Formation
B) Inclusion
C) Empowerment
D) Shared leadership

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Which of the following statements best reflects the value of Cultural Humility ?

A) It is important to understand the cultural traditions of various groups and seek to integrate them into our own.
B) It is important to treat people of various cultural groups in particular ways based on what we know about them.
C) It is important to avoid discussing cultural differences and instead focus on similarities.
D) It is important to reflect on our own cultural assumptions and allow others to be the expert on theirs.

Question 5

The three dimensions of shared leadership are shared purpose, social support, and ______.

A) interdependence
B) clearly defined roles
C) voice
D) mutual support

Question 6

A social justice position in group work suggests that group membership and participation should be ______.

A) representative
B) intentional
C) voluntary
D) mandatory

Question 7

______ should be highly transparent and include information about the worker's qualifications for leading the group.

A) Informed consent
B) Recruitment materials
C) Member contracting
D) Referral documentation

Question 8

Because ______ is a central value in group work, workers must be vigilant in assessing and addressing ______.

A) equity, member commitment
B) trust, potential risks of membership
C) solidarity, member skills
D) empowerment, communication

Question 9

One key indicator of facilitator competence in group work is ______ :

A) certification in group processes
B) the ability to ensure member safety and maintain expectations of member participation
C) experience with individuals from the cultural groups represented by members
D) assertive leadership skills

Question 10

______ is an example of a values dialectic that occurs in group work.

A) Equity versus equality
B) Inclusion versus competence
C) Individualism versus interdependence
D) Diversity versus solidarity

Question 11

Solidarity is a value that is rooted in shared experiences or similarities between members.

Question 12

Tolerance of beliefs and opinions requires agreement with or acceptance of any claims made by other members.

Question 13

Empowerment is inherently a social process that occurs in relation to others.

Question 14

It is better to draw attention to events or statements that reveal stereotypes or prejudice than to let them pass unaddressed.

Question 15

From a social justice perspective, involuntary group membership is often necessary to ensure that people get the services they need.