6. Follow up task

Based on your learning from module 1 and 2, design a flyer that outlines the role of the social worker in a way that could be understood by other professionals and members of the public with ease. This should be designed to be used both before and during a disaster to spread this awareness. It may be advisable to return to Section 2 of Module 1 that gives a broad overview of the role of social workers in disasters. But remember, it needs to be accessible to those unfamiliar with social work jargon.

Following the development of this flyer, discuss with your manager/supervisor/colleagues about how it could be distributed.

Write a brief reflection on your experience of undertaking this follow up task: (complete in workbook)

References and Further Reading

Cabinet Office (2013) Preparation and planning for emergencies: responsibilities of responder agencies and others, London: TSO.

Dominelli, L. (2013) ‘Mind the gap: Built infrastructures, sustainable caring relations, and resilient communities in extreme weather events’, Australian Social Work, 66(2), pp.204-217.

Dominelli, L. (2020) ‘A green social work perspective on social work in the times of Covid-19’, International Journal of Social Welfare, Early Access.

Duffy, J., Campbell, J., Tosone, C. (2019) The Voices of Social Work through the Troubles. Birmingham: British Association of Social Work.

Eyre, A. (2008) ‘Meeting the needs of people in emergencies: a review of UK experiences and capability’, Emerging health threats journal, 1(1), DOI:

Klein, N. (2007) The Shock Doctrine, New York: Penguin.

Pyles, L. (2017) ‘Decolonising disaster social work: environmental justice and community participation’, British journal of social work, 47(3), pp.630-647.

Section links

  1. Disasters and the law introduction
  2. Civil Contingencies Act 2004
  3. Advocating for the role of social workers in disasters
  4. Contextualising disasters
  5. Disaster capitalism
  6. Follow up task (current page)

Module 3: Person-centred and research informed practice within a multi-agency context

Social work in disasters training introduction