This workshop will present a new way of understanding the lives of marginalized people. Social devaluation is presented as a crucial problem that can lead to many negative life experiences for devalued people. Participants will learn about the impact of such experiences and some ways to address social devaluation, namely assisting marginalized people to gain socially valued roles.
The concepts introduced in this workshop are part of Social Role Valorization (SRV), developed by Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger, a prominent thinker and leader in human services. This short training can be thought of as a preliminary introduction to SRV theory.
Who Should Attend?
The workshop is directed at anyone who is interested in bringing about change in the lives of devalued people, including families, human service workers and managers, service users, students, advocates, board members, and others.
Format
This workshop is delivered via lecture, questions, and discussion. The workshop material is presented sequentially and therefore, full attendance at each session is required. To maximize learning, each participant should join on a separate computer. Participants will need to use both video and microphone during all sessions (Tuesday & Thursday only).
Tuition
Cost of tuition is $125.00
Questions?
mathy37@live.com
Date & Time
Jan 20, 2026 10:00 a.m. – Jan 22, 2026 3:00 p.m.
Register at: Addressing Social Devaluation: The Importance of Valued Social Roles(Tue & Thu only) Tickets | SOTGSRV
Sponsored by The Southern Ontario Training Group
Southern Ontario Training Group
