Ray Douglas' perspective on Gang Violence & more

In this episode I am in conversation with Raymond Douglas. Ray is an Executive Trainer, Facilitator & Enabler, he is seen as one of today’s leading thinkers and doers around reducing Gang & Serious Violence. In today’s episode, he shares some of his personal and professional background and history – he shares so many nuggets of self-knowledge and his perspectives on the impact of his experiences as a child, young adult and the man he is today.

He has interesting things to say about Youth Violence and our roles as frontline workers, educators and community activists. He is passionate about ‘teaching what we know’ and is extremely active in the field and is a staunch advocate of the community public health model to tackle violence in our communities.

He delivers groundbreaking interventions in schools. YOT's, Children’s Secure Units and Prisons, his vision of reducing youth violence took his work regionally Nationally and Internationally.

This is a long episode and I suggest you listen in a couple of sittings if you’re unable to hear it all in one go; it’s certainly worth the effort.

Raymond’s LinkedIn Profile:linkedin.com/in/raymond-douglas-505b844a

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: @Gangology

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Welcome to Social Workers Matter with Dr Sylvia Smith, where we explore the realities and celebrate the successes of social work practice, management and education.

A few words from Dr. Sylvia on her background and Social Workers Matter

I began my social work career at 16yrs old when I embarked on my first training course in social care.  I now have over 35yrs of experience in social work; practice, leadership/management and education.Bringing a wealth of knowledge, skills and passion to my work and I want to convey these attributes in my Social Worker Matters podcast.

I am passionate about 'reclaiming social work' and will be exploring the realities and celebrating the successes in this profession.  I invite you to join my guests and me for insightful discussions, sharing of professional experiences and much, much wisdom in all things social work. If you're thinking about joining the profession, are newly qualified practitioners or a seasoned professional, this podcast is for you.

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