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Julie Mann-Johnson is an Associate Professor (Teaching) and Associate Director of Field Education at the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary, Edmonton Campus. She plays a key role in shaping social work education with a focus on field practicum experiences and curriculum development.
Her educational background includes a B.S.W. and M.S.W. from the University of Calgary, completed in 1997 and 2016 respectively, demonstrating her long-standing commitment to the field of social work and the institution.
Dr. Mann-Johnson's research focuses on the intersection of social work education, child welfare, and Indigenous practices. Her work particularly emphasizes decolonizing approaches to child welfare, with a strong focus on Métis kinship care systems. She has made significant contributions to understanding the disconnect between micro and macro practice in social work education, advocating for more integrated approaches to field education. Her scholarship demonstrates a commitment to innovative pedagogical approaches that center Indigenous knowledge and practices.
Her recent publications reveal a consistent trajectory of scholarly work that bridges theory and practice in social work education. The majority of her research examines kinship care within Indigenous contexts, particularly Métis communities, while also addressing broader issues in social work education and child welfare systems. Her work consistently emphasizes decolonization, cultural safety, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge into mainstream social work practice.
- Teaching Award - Educational Leadership (Group Award), University of Calgary, 2023
- Teaching Excellence - Educational Leadership, Faculty of Social Work, 2023
As Associate Director of Field Education, Dr. Mann-Johnson oversees the practical training component of social work education at the University of Calgary. She has taught multiple courses including SOWK 660 Advanced Practicum, SOWK 662 Integrative Seminar, and various practicum courses. Her work in field education has led to innovative approaches to experiential learning in social work curriculum design.
Dr. Mann-Johnson is actively engaged in developing resources for social work educators and practitioners, with several upcoming publications addressing trauma-informed field supervision and macro-level field placements. Her work continues to influence social work education and practice, particularly in the areas of Indigenous child welfare and decolonizing approaches to social work practice.
