MSW programs w/an emphasis in Gender, Sexual Violence, or Trauma?

[Darcy B.]

I'm a prospective MSW applicant (applying Fall 2017 for Fall 2018) and would like to reach out to those of you who have already done extensive research on MSW programs. I am primarily interested in working with women, LGBT populations, and those affected by sexual assault and/or sexual/domestic violence. I would like to do research in gender, sexuality, and trauma.

Which MSW programs have a strong curriculum in these issues or even offer specific concentrations in violence, gender, or trauma? Where should I look?

Thank you!

[Adelaide9216]

I am at McGill and will be taking the MSW - Graduate Option in Gender and Women's studies to touch upon some of the topics you've listed.

https://www.mcgill.ca/study/2016-2017/faculties/arts/graduate/programs/master-social-work-msw-social-work-thesis-gender-and-womens-studies

Edited April 14, 2017 by Adelaide9216

[green_dots21]

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) offers both violence and gender & women's studies certificates. 

University of Michigan has great placement opportunities around sexual violence along with faculty with plenty of knowledge of the topic and field.

[lms202]

Pitt has a certificate for MSW students through the gender, sexuality, & women's studies program

http://www.gsws.pitt.edu/students/ma-certificate-msw-students

I think a big thing would also be where you do your field placement.  Pittsburgh has PAAR (Pittsburgh action against rape), the center for victims, and several women's shelters - msw students are placed in all of these settings.  I'm sure most cities have similar programs.