DSW Candidate – Nicole Hollomon

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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2026 Event!

Bridging Theory and Practice: Integrating a Reproductive Justice Framework into Social Work Education

DSW Candidate – Nicole Hollomon

Monday, April 27, 2026

1:00 PM – 2:15 PM Eastern Time Zone

Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)

Description

Bridging Theory and Practice: Integrating a Reproductive Justice Framework into Social Work Education

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:

  1.  Define the core principles of the Reproductive Justice framework and explain their relevance to social work values and ethics.
  2. Analyze how systemic inequalities and intersecting forms of oppression impact reproductive autonomy and access to care for marginalized populations.
  3.  Identify strategies for integrating a Reproductive Justice lens into social work teaching, advocacy, and policy-related practice to promote equity and social justice.

 

Presenter Bio:

Nicole Hollomon is an accomplished social worker with a comprehensive academic background that includes both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. Currently a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Kentucky, she is on track to complete her Doctorate in Social Work by May 2026. Nicole is also a Licensed Master Social Worker in both Mississippi and Louisiana.

In her current roles, she serves as a Medical Social Worker for Enhabit Hospice and as a per-course Social Work Instructor at Missouri State University. With over 23 years of diverse experience, Nicole has worked in various social service settings, such as child protective services, nephrology, home health, hospice care, adjunct instruction, and community-based mental health. She has a particular interest in Correctional Social Work and Indigenous Social Work, and aspires to secure a full-time position as a Social Work professor following her doctoral studies.

Nicole’s primary research focus is on enhancing social work education regarding disparities in reproductive healthcare. She is dedicated to exploring themes of self-care for social workers, advocating for culturally competent and ethical practices in social work, and addressing caregiver burnout among those caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. Nicole’s dedication to the field of social work is driven by a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities. As she continues her journey, Nicole remains committed to empowering future social workers through education and advocacy.

 

Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing

Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)

Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.

Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.

Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.

Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.

 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.