Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya | Social Work | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya, Univeristi Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya, MSW, Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), specializing in social work, social welfare, and human development. He serves as the Social Work Program Coordinator and holds various leadership roles, including Magistrate Advisor and Deputy Chairman of the Child Welfare Community in Penang. His extensive academic contributions include numerous international research grants and publications. Passionate about social justice, he collaborates globally to improve social policy and welfare systems. Dr. Yahaya’s dedication to academic engagement and community service has earned him recognition in the field of social work. 🌍

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🎓 Education

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya earned his Ph.D. in Social Work from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2016. Prior to that, he obtained a Master of Social Work from USM in 2012 and a Bachelor’s in Administrative Science (Hons.) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in 2010. His academic foundation also includes a Diploma in Public Administration from UiTM in 2017 and a Certificate in Housing Transition from the Hannan Foundation, USA, in 2014. His interdisciplinary education equips him with comprehensive insights into social welfare, policy-making, and human development. 📘

💼 Experience

Dr. Yahaya has been a Senior Lecturer at USM since 2016 and currently coordinates the Social Work Program. He also serves as a part-time lecturer at Lincoln University College, Kuala Lumpur. His leadership roles include Magistrate Advisor of the High Court and Deputy Chairman of the Child Welfare Community in Penang. Internationally, he is a Board Member of the Asian and Pacific Association for Social Work Education (APASWE) and contributes to the Human Rights and Social Justice Committee of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW). His past experience includes serving as an Executive Officer at the State Education Department in Penang. 🏛️

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Yahaya has been recognized for his contributions to social work through prestigious international research grants and leadership roles. He received funding from institutions like the Asian Research Institute for International Social Work (Japan) and the Japan College of Social Work. His dedication to social welfare policy and academic excellence has also led to prominent roles in APASWE and IASSW. Additionally, his impactful community work as a Magistrate Advisor and Deputy Chairman for child welfare in Penang has further established his leadership in the field. 🌿

🔎 Research Focus

Dr. Yahaya’s research primarily focuses on social welfare, social work, and human development. His studies address child poverty, community well-being, urban poverty, and the effectiveness of social policies. He also explores the intersection of social work with religion and culture in Asia. His comparative international research, supported by institutions in Japan and Malaysia, contributes to the development of practical solutions for vulnerable populations. His work aims to promote equitable social policies and enhance the effectiveness of community support systems. 📊

Publication Top Notes

📘 Kesejahteraan Sosial dan Perumahan – MH Yahaya, RFR Badaruddin, PSJ Singh – Sosiohumanika 10 (2), 245-256 – 📊 Cited by: 10 – 📅 Year: 2017

📘 Addressing poverty through innovative policies: A review of the Malaysian experience – A Azman, J Sulaiman, MT Mohamad, PSJ Singh, MH Yahaya, S Drani – Int. J. of Social Work and Human Services Practice 2 (4), 157-162 – 📊 Cited by: 10 – 📅 Year: 2014

📘 Social work practices in community governance: A systematic literature review – G Wenmei, MH Yahaya, I Ali – Asian Social Work and Policy Review 18 (1), e12296 – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 Islamic and local knowledge on social work in Malaysia and Bangladesh – ZA Hatta, ZM Saad, TK Das, I Ali, MA Hossain, MH Yahaya – Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work: Social Thought 40 (4) – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2021

📘 Psychometric properties of the 42-item version of Ryff’s psychological well-being scale among working women in Malaysia – NS Alias, IHM Hashim, MH Yahaya – JoHDeC 9, 23-28 – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2020

📘 Understanding the communication pattern and emotional abuse: Domestic violence victims among married women – MS Shaari, MH Yahaya, N Juaini – Int. J. of Recent Technology and Engineering 8 (2), 246-250 – 📊 Cited by: 5 – 📅 Year: 2019

📘 Implementation dilemmas of the Needle Syringe Exchange Programme (NSEP): Between the law and prevention – PSJ Singh, A Azman, MS Samsurijan, RFR Badaruddin, K Vadevelu, MH Yahaya – Pacific Science Review B: Humanities and Social Sciences 2 (2), 53-57 – 📊 Cited by: 5 – 📅 Year: 2016

📘 Family Participation Model with Children with Disabilities in Realising an Inclusive Society – MHY Juli Astutik, Budi Suprapto, Zaenal Abidin – EMPATI: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial 12 – 📊 Cited by: 3* – 📅 Year: 2023

📘 Kesejahteraan dalam Pembangunan Komuniti Program Perumahan Rakyat (PPR): Suatu Pemerhatian Awal – PS Gopal, NEA Tamizi, MM Shaed, NM Malek, MH Yahaya – MJSSH 6 (10), 292-302 – 📊 Cited by: 3 – 📅 Year: 2021

📘 Psychosocial Review of Drug Substance Use among Transgender In Penang, Malaysia – K Vadevelu, S Effendi, PSJ Singh, RFR Badaruddin, MS Samsurijan, MH Yahaya – Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Studies, 59-69 – 📊 Cited by: 3 – 📅 Year: 2019

📘 Impak perubahan iklim ke atas pertanian berdasarkan Model Simulasi Pertumbuhan Tanaman (CGS) – R Firdaus, MS Samsurijan, PS Jamir Singh, MH Yahaya, AR Abdul Latiff – Malaysian Journal of Society and Space 14 (3), 53-66 – 📊 Cited by: 2 – 📅 Year: 2018

📘 A study on substance abuse awareness and usage trends within the construction sector – PS Jamir Singh, AE Oke, J Aliu, T Isaiah Kayode, R Azura Ramli, MH Yahaya – Construction Innovation – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 The effectiveness of the moral rehabilitation program with the concept of religion and spirituality for adolescents with drugs – FK Bahrin, MM Yusof, MH Zamri, MH Yahaya – Texila Int. J. of Public Health 12 (2) – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 Psychological Dilemmas of People Trapped in Telecommunication Network Fraud Under the Post-Epidemic Situation and the Social Work Interventions – G Wenmei, MH Yahaya – Asian Social Work Journal 7 (4), 11-22 – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2022

📘 Kemiskinan bandar: kesedaran terhadap keperluan nutrisi pelajar SMK Anderson Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia – MHMI Hisham, MH Yahaya – Proceeding ICSW, 67-75 – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2020

📘 Impak perubahan iklim ke atas pertanian berdasarkan Model Simulasi Pertumbuhan Tanaman (CGS) – R Firdaus, MS Samsurijan, PSJ Singh, MH Yahaya, ARA Latiff – Geografia 14 (3) – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2018

Dr. Erica Campbell | Social Work Award | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Erica Campbell, Fayetteville State University, United States

Dr. Erica Campbell is a dedicated scholar and administrator with a rich background in social work education and research. Holding a PhD in Social Work, their expertise lies in exploring the intersection of race, ethnicity, and therapy. As Interim Associate Dean at Fayetteville State University, they spearheaded strategic initiatives, fostered research collaborations, and ensured academic excellence. With roles including BSW Program Director and Assistant Dean, they’ve demonstrated exceptional leadership in maintaining accreditation, supporting faculty growth, and advancing student success. 🎓 Passionate about promoting inclusivity and academic rigor, Dr. [Name] is a driving force in social work education.

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Education

Dr. Campbell holds a Ph.D. is an accomplished scholar in the field of social work, having earned their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2013. Their dissertation, titled “Making space for Critical Race Theory within therapeutic settings: understanding the significance of race in serving racial and ethnic women minorities,” reflects their commitment to exploring issues of race, ethnicity, and therapy. Prior to their PhD, they completed a Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2010 and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology in 2008, both from the University of Missouri-Columbia. With a solid educational foundation, Dr. Erica Campbell brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their work in academia and research.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Erica Campbell brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as an Associate Professor at Fayetteville State University’s School of Social Work in Fayetteville, NC, where she has served since 2020. Prior to this position, she held roles as an Assistant Professor at the same institution from 2014 to 2020 and as an Assistant Professor at Shaw University’s Department of Social Work in Raleigh, NC, from 2013 to 2014. Dr. Campbell’s academic journey includes instructional roles at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she served as an Instructor and Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Women’s and Gender Studies from 2011 to 2013. Her commitment to social work extends beyond academia, as evidenced by her experience as a Therapist at Journey Through Life PLLC in Raleigh, NC, from 2015 to 2017 and as a Social Worker at Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia, MO, from 2009 to 2012. Dr. Campbell’s teaching portfolio encompasses a diverse range of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including Introduction to Social Work, Social Statistics and Research, Generalist Practice Methods, Substance Abuse, and various topics related to human behavior, diversity, and gender studies. Her dedication to education and practice underscores her significant contributions to the field of social work.

Research Focus

Erica Campbell’s research focus primarily revolves around critical race theory (CRT) and its application in various social work contexts. 📚 Her work delves into understanding the significance of race and ethnicity in therapeutic settings, exploring racial disparities in mental health knowledge among professionals, and promoting anti-racist pedagogy. Through her publications, Erica contributes to advancing knowledge on racial competency, social justice collaboration, and the experiences of marginalized communities, particularly women of color. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges the gap between theory and practice, aiming to foster inclusive pedagogy and empower individuals and communities affected by systemic inequalities.

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Gender differences among mental health professionals’ knowledge of domestic violence

“Just Did The Best That I Could Do”: CPS Social Workers’ Perceptions of Self-Efficacy in Legal Aspects

Critical Race Theory: A Tool to Promote an Anti-Racist Pedagogy

Using Self-Evaluations to Explore HBCU Social Work Statistics Students Perceptions of Academic Preparation and Performance

An Exploratory Pilot Study to Understand HBCU Students’ Self-Identity and Self-Awareness through the Process of Artmaking

Promoting Collaboration Among Special Educators, Social Workers, and Families Impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorders

Officer Wilson’s racialization of Mike Brown: a discourse of race, gender, and mental health

Critical Race Theory: A Content Analysis of the Social Work Literature

Transitioning from a Model of Cultural Competency toward an Inclusive Pedagogy of “Racial Competency” Using Critical Race Theory

Using Critical Race Theory to Measure “Racial Competency” among Social Workers.

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