Social Work Education· 2026Q1
Lived experience: it is not what I have, it shaped who I am
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Social work education must guide students with lived experience to integrate personal histories into professional practice through critical skills like appropriate self-disclosure.
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Key points
- Students with lived experience can offer valuable contributions to social work.
- Educational institutions must facilitate the integration of lived experience into professional practice.
- Developing critical skills, including appropriate self-disclosure, is essential for this integration.
- Creating safe and inclusive learning environments is crucial for students with lived experience.
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Abstract
This article is a discussion paper that presents and substantiates our reflections on how to engage with students with lived experience in social work education. There is growing recognition of the value that healthcare professionals with lived experience can contribute to their fields. Educational institutions play a crucial role in supporting students with lived experience in integrating their personal histories into professional practice. This integration requires a guided learning process, including the development of critical skills such as appropriate self-disclosure. Drawing on personal narratives, research-based insights and hopeful examples, this paper advocates for the creation of safe and inclusive learning spaces while exploring the challenges and the innovative educational practices that contribute to this process.
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