Question

ryan is a social worker in a community mental health agency. a public report has just been released revealing that police wellness checks in the city disproportionately target racialized individuals, often with traumatic consequences. ryan reflects on how several of his black male clients have shared fear around calling crisis lines or accessing emergency services. which action best reflects critical reflection and direct social work practice across the micro, mezzo, and macro levels? ryan explores safety concerns in one - on - one sessions, collaborates with colleagues to create a racial equity group in the agency, and writes a letter to local councillor advocating for alternative, culturally safe crisis response teams. ryan avoids addressing the issue until a new policy is introduced by his agency leadership. ryan creates a safety plan with each client but avoids discussing race because it is a sensitive topic. ryan schedules additional therapy sessions for his clients to help them \overcome their fear of police.\

Explanation:

Micro - level is addressed by one - on - one sessions exploring safety concerns. Mezzo - level is covered by collaborating with colleagues to create a racial equity group in the agency. Macro - level is met by writing to a local councillor for systemic change. The other options either avoid the issue or do not address all three levels.

Answer:

Ryan explores safety concerns in one - on - one sessions, collaborates with colleagues to create a racial equity group in the agency, and writes a letter to local councillor advocating for alternative, culturally safe crisis response teams.