Jennifer Smyer Dickey

Jennifer Smyer Dickey is a Clinical Associate Professor and the Endowed Chair of Global Leadership at the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, Baylor University. She directs the Global Mission Leadership (GML) Initiative, fostering reciprocal cross-cultural learning and global leadership. Her work emphasizes cultural humility, international volunteerism, and non-profit impact assessment.

Education:

• PhD in Social Work, Baylor University
• MSW, Baylor University
• BSW, Baylor University

Research Focus: Dr. Dickey investigates the impact of international volunteers on host communities, cultural humility practices, and strategies for equitable global partnerships. Her recent collaboration with Kenyan alumna Rose Wasike explores Kenyan perspectives on international volunteers, highlighting the role of humility in intercultural relationships.

Initiatives:

• Launched the GML Student Scholarship Program to train international social work leaders.
• Pioneered transnational partnerships through research and education.

Grants & Advising: Her work supports global social work education and leadership development, with a focus on holistic community change.