As a direct practice social work student at Case Western Reserve University, I spend a great deal of my time working “at the ground level” of nonprofit agencies. Being in direct practice means I am generally following guidelines and filling out paperwork...

This summer, I am interning at International Partners in Mission. IPM connects donors with project partners around the world that are working with children, youth, and women. Although I get the chance to participate in all departmental meetings and learn about...

One evening, I found myself sitting at a stop light at Carnegie and E. 14th on my route home from work. As I sat waiting for the light to turn, my attention was redirected from the cars whizzing by to a large billboard displaying the following words...