In this webinar, we hope to explore curiosity as an approach to relationships and professional practice that aligns with social work ethics and values. Together, we will consider how integrating curiosity into conversations can encourage deeper understanding across dimensions of difference. Our aim is to prepare students not only to lead, but to listen—to engage in dialogue that builds bridges, sustains meaningful exchange, and cultivates collaborative solutions in complex environments. Participants will help answer whether curiosity can be integrated as a practice model that honors individual dignity and worth, clarifies values, and acknowledges areas vulnerability and risks for those involved.

In this webinar participants will:
1. Define “curious” conversations.
2. Explain how curiosity supports ethical, competent social work practice across multiple dimensions of difference.
3. Apply curiosity-based strategies at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels that integrates dignity and worth of the person, social justice, and professional competence to engage disagreement without dismissing accountability or equity.