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Khalfani Mwamba is an Associate Teaching Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Washington. He has been a faculty member since 2016, focusing on the areas of social work praxis and social justice. Mwamba's professional interests include the concept of abolition, care burden, and musical self-care, along with a strong commitment to dismantling carcerality and addressing contemporary racism. His academic journey includes earning a Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2009, during which he significantly contributed to the region’s funded desistance projects, including the Community Center Alternative Programs (CCAP). Khalfani supervised clinical operations and was instrumental in promoting evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Seeking Safety interventions. He has also studied African rhythm systems globally, emphasizing their role in communal care, and founded the Mshenga Babu rhythm ensemble. Khalfani is dedicated to advancing social work education and practice through innovative approaches that integrate cultural and community aspects into therapeutic methodologies.
University of Washington • Seattle, WA
Khalfani Mwamba has been actively engaged in advancing social work education, focusing on practical applications and social justice.
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