Social Worker Research Project

Ewumi Lizzy Ihekerenma

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Linkedin: liz ewumi

Objective:

Dedicated sociologist and social worker with [12 years] of experience in (Teaching undergraduates and research). Committed to promoting social justice, advocating for vulnerable populations, and conducting meaningful research.

Education:

Ph.D.: Sociology,

Lagos State University - Lagos Nigeria.

-Graduated in 2021

-Dissertation: “PhD thesis on the Influence of Ethnic Differences on Marital Outcomes of Married Residents in Lagos Metropolis”

-Master of Science: Social Work MSW

Lagos State University - Lagos Nigeria

-Graduated in 1998

-Research project: "Family Care vs. Institutional Care of the Aged" A study of Yaba Old People’s Home, Lagos”

-Master of Science: Sociology (MSc)

-Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria

-Graduated in 2006

- Research project: “Changing Roles of Women, Power Relations and Fertility Decision Making”. A study of metropolitan Lagos.

-Bachelor of Science: Sociology (BSc)

-University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria

-Graduated in 1987

- Research project: “Ibo Craftswomen and Traders; Expectations and Adjustments to Family and Childcare among a Migrant Group”

Job Experience:

Lagos State University, Ojo

- Associate Lecturer in Social Work and Administration (2000-2002)

-Associate Lecturer assigned to undergraduate courses in sociology and social work in the Department of Sociology Lagos State University, Ojo Lagos Nigeria (2002-2013)

- National Council for Population Activities, Ikeja G.R.A, Lagos, Nigeria. (1987-1988)

Skills:

- Research and data analysis

- Qualitative and quantitative research methods

- Case management and counseling

- Program development and implementation

Certifications:

Alison Certificate in Dementia Care 2023

Alison Certificate in Introduction to Care giving 2023

Certificate in Mediation and conciliation 2022

Certificate in NGO Management Proficiency 2023

Certificate in Grant writing Proficiency Certificate in Management consultancy

Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring for Women Leaders

Publications:

1.Contribution in a Published Work

-Ewumi Lizzy (2004) “Suicide and Social Work” in Crime Management in Nigeria edited by Olaide Adedokun and Adewole Atere; Department of Sociology, Lagos State University, Ojo. EMI International Press.

-Ewumi Elizabeth I (2023) “Marriage as a Strategic Tool for Peace Building: A Case Study of Lagos Metropolis. In Sociology and Human Challenges. Published by the Department of Sociology. Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ilorin. Ilorin Nigeria.

2.Dissertation

-Ewumi, Elizabeth Ihekerenma: Influence of Ethnic Differences on Marital Outcomes of Married Residents in Lagos Metropolis (PhD thesis 2021).

-Ewumi, Elizabeth Ihekerenma: “Changing Roles of Women, Power Relations and Fertility Decision Making: A study of metropolitan Lagos” (MSc thesis, 2006).

-Ewumi, Elizabeth Ihekerenma: “Family Care vs. Institutional Care of the Aged: A study of Yaba Old Peoples Home, Lagos” (MSW thesis, 1999).

Muotoh, Elizabeth Ihekerenma: “Ibo Craftswomen and Traders; Expectations and Adjustments to Family and Childcare among a Migrant Group” (BSc thesis, 1987).

Professional Memberships:

-Member, Nigerian Association of Social Workers (MNASW)

-Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)

-Member, Institute of Leadership Development (MILD)

-Member of the International Association of Community Development (IACD)

-Member, Editorial Advisory Board, smallBiz magazine, Nigeria's prime small business magazine

Conferences and Workshops Attended

-Nigeria Association of Social Workers. Workshop on” The Judiciary and the Social Worker on Juvenile Matters. February 8, 2007: Participant.

-International Conference on Globalization and Human Development. Faculty of the Social Sciences Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos December 2004: Participant.

-Institute of Development Administration of Nigeria (IDAN) Sustainable Development Projects and MDG’s Attainment. Lagos, Nigeria 14th-15th October, 2011: Participant.

-National Conference of the Nigerian Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA), 2015, University of Lagos, Afe Babalola Hall: Participant.

-Annual International Conference of the Lagos State University, Faculty of Social Sciences: Climate Change and Vulnerability in Nigeria. 6th – 9th August, 2018: Participant.

-Capacity Building Workshop for In-house Counsel of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) held on Lagos, November 19-21, 2018: Rapporteur.

-Sensitisation workshop for External Solicitors of Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) held in Lagos, August 12, 2019: Lead Rapporteur

Volunteer Experience:

Social work at Charles Residential Care - Arizona City, AZ

-Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.

-Maintained record of daily individual activities, behaviors and pertinent incidents for patient analysis and assessment.

Social Work - Family Social Welfare, Ministry of Social Development and Family Services - Lagos Nigeria 11/2021 - 02/2022

-Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.

-Child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.

-Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.

-Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.

-Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.

Social Work - Child and Youth, Ministry of Social Development (Correctional Center), Lagos Nigeria (02/2022 - 07/2022)

-Maintained case records and legal documentation.

-Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.

-Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.

-Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships

-Social Work - Elderly Care, Ministry of Youth and Sports (Old Peoples Home), Lagos, Nigeria (07/2022 - 10/2022)

-Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.

-Encouraged socialization and engagement through therapy, music therapy and social activities.

-Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.

-Community and Humanitarian Services

Participation in community based programs and services to humanity in various capacities.

Co-founder and volunteer with a non-Governmental Organizations) "STREET KITCHEN INITIATIVE" involved primarily in assisting destitute families.

This includes counseling and empowering women via support groups: programs involving humanitarian activities in the area of helping, feeding and providing for the older adults and less privileged children in the community.

References:

Available upon request.

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