The Jordan Institute for Families

08/15/2025

A reminder that we will have a virtual FAQ session on on Monday, August 18th from 12-1pm, to answer any questions about the Jordan Institute Fellowship for Social Work Leaders applications. Register here: https://unc.zoom.us/meeting/register/QCMtQdaSR4iQGBzpZXlxhg?_x_zm_rtaid=35ShC4LJRbq8VFIwZa_8yw.1755110612141.6fc1ef54bb1d87b076b4bf85e5c84431&_x_zm_rhtaid=871 #/registration

And for more information about the Fellowship and for the online application:
https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/jordan-institute-fellowship-for-social-work-leaders/ #

08/14/2025

Carlos Velazquez, MSW, Executive Director of the Police Athletic League in New York shares his personal and professional journey in this podcast episode "Macro-Practice and a Path to Leadership" from the inSocialWork podcast (produced by The University of Buffalo School of Social Work). https://www.insocialwork.org/macro-practice-and-a-path-to-leadership/

If you are drawn to macro-level thinking and practice and wondering how you could apply your skills and make a living, this is a story for you.

08/13/2025

New video from the JIF- BLOG : Watch our interview with retired Chief Matt Sullivan to hear how and why he pursued an MSW, and how he continues to use his social work training in support of his leadership role at the Chapel Hill Fire Department.
https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/blog/

Allison Cheyney De Marco interviews retired Chief Matt Sullivan as part of a series of conversations for our JIF Leadership Initiative.

08/13/2025

Valerie Arendt, MSW MPP, () is the Executive Director of NASW-NC. We are also fortunate to have her on our advisory board. Read more about Valerie's work here: https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/advisory-group/

Valerie also advises on the curriculum for our new Jorden Institute Fellowship for Social Work Leaders. We are accepting online applications through September 15th, and have a virtual FAQ Session on August 18th from noon -1pm. You can learn more and register here: https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/jordan-institute-fellowship-for-social-work-leaders/

08/08/2025

What is your definition of a leader?

Brené Brown's work offers thought insight into leadership. We agree with her definition of a leader.

More about "Dare to Lead" and Brené's other books: https://brenebrown.com/book/dare-to-lead/

We are accepting applications through September 15 for the Jordan Institute Fellowship for Social Work Leaders. Information, application and the registration link for our August 18 virtual FAQ Session here: https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/jordan-institute-fellowship-for-social-work-leaders/

08/01/2025

Applications open Monday, August 6th on our website. Visit the link for more information. https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/jordan-institute-fellowship-for-social-work-leaders/

The fellowship is a 6-month professional development program designed to fill a gap in the support available to social work professionals. Hosted by the Jordan Institute for Families at the UNC School of Social Work, this fellowship equips experienced leaders with the tools, knowledge, and community needed to navigate personal, professional, and organizational challenges.

The 2025 cohort will be the inaugural class of the fellowship. Through a mix of skill-building, peer connection, and reflective practice, participants will strengthen their capacity to lead with authenticity, resilience, and impact

07/31/2025

Dr. Sarah Reives, a member of our advisory group, is also the director of the BehavioralHealth Springboard at the UNC School of Social Work . Read about her expertise here: https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/advisory-group/

07/30/2025

Social worker and Rotary International Peace Fellow, Alex Rose (UNC School of Social Work MSW '24) shares insights and resources based on her studies and international peace-building work. Check it out on the JIF Blog. https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/2025/dialogue-across-difference/

07/29/2025

Applications open August 4th for The Jordan Institute Fellowship for Social Work Leaders. Application and information at our website. https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/jordan-institute-fellowship-for-social-work-leaders/

07/24/2025

Advisory group member, Monica Kearney, MSW, shares her expertise in how to lead a trauma-informed organization https://jordaninstituteforfamilies.org/2025/jif-spotlight-monica-kearney/

06/16/2025

Please join us!

06/09/2025