Rogério Pinto: Harnessing the Power of Social Capital
“Social capital is what is needed for an individual to come to a university and to be exposed to all the opportunities that majority groups have naturally.”
This episode of Strength in the Midst of Change features Rogério Pinto, Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Social Work, School of Social Work. Rogério shares his insights about what led him to his career in social work and acknowledges the importance of harnessing the power of social capital in university DEI efforts.
Resiliency is best demonstrated in times of challenges. Join CEW+ Director Tiffany Marra as she talks to students, staff, faculty, and community members connected to the University of Michigan’s Center for the Education of Women+ (CEW+) in our podcast, Strength in the Midst of Change. Through this podcast, CEW+ seeks to create a safe place where you will be inspired by the stories of everyday people. Originally created to document the challenges resulting from COVID-19, CEW+ has expanded the podcast to include stories of combating racism through individual and organizational action. This podcast will continue to evolve as societal challenges shift over time.
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