Janelle Barker Gibson

Janelle Barker Gibson is a Teaching Professor and Assistant Dean for Social Work at the Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis. She leads courses on Human Behavior in the Social Environment and Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities, while also contributing to Professional Development coursework. Recognized twice for excellence in teaching, she has lectured internationally at Fudan University on nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship.

Education:

• MSW, Saint Louis University

Research Focus: Her work emphasizes macro practice in social work, exploring intersections of economic, political, and social systems with human behavior. Her book, The Social, Political, and Economic Environment for Social Work Practice, provides frameworks for understanding systemic influences on client care.

Professional Experience:

• 25+ years in human services and healthcare
• Child welfare program coordinator in Missouri
• Registered lobbyist, development professional, and community board member
• Management consultant for nonprofits since 2007

Scientific Awards:

• Excellence in Teaching (2x)
• Lecturer at Fudan University