Episode 17 : On this episode we're joined by Wayne Reid, a professional officer, social worker, anti-racism visionary and author of the the book 'Outlanders'. Outlanders is an anthology which captures the experiences of various social workers of colour when it comes to race and discrimination. The books lays the foundation for our discussion as we explore the true meaning of anti-racism activism and what doing the work looks like in areas of personal and professional life. Don't worry, you don't have to be a social worker to learn something valuable from this episode.

Purchase the book 'Outlanders': 

https://siobhanmaclean.co.uk/publications/outlanders

"Report launched on ‘Anti-racism in Social Work’ activities across the UK"

https://www.basw.co.uk/media/news/2021/may/report-launched-‘anti-racism-social-work’-activities-across-uk

Wayne Reid on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wayne_reid79

Episode Breakdown:

• 13:34 - Behind the book: ‘Outlanders’
• 15:36 - Different types of racism
• 26:44 - Self Reflection + identity 
• 33:27 - Anti-racism strategies 
• 43:47 - Educating family and children
• 48: 28 - Key Takeaways from BBK

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