Policy and Practice

SUMMARY

This article outlines a variety of structural approaches that together work to interrupt heterosexism and homophobia in social work programs. The approaches offered include policy development, recruitment and hiring practices, and the development of innovative student support services. Program evaluation is suggested as a way to assess program performance and target areas for change. While these strategies are targeted at social work programs, the recommendations in this article are appropriate to most academic disciplines.

Key Words:

• Social work education
• educational policy
• homophobia
• organizational climate