Goal 1: Advance scholarship that is rigorous, relevant, and socially impactful.

• Objectives: Conduct research addressing systemic and individual challenges, disseminate findings in peer-reviewed publications, and translate results into actionable interventions.

• Action Steps: Complete ongoing studies on maternal burnout and related topics; submit manuscripts to journals; present findings at professional conferences; collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects.

Goal 2: Model and cultivate effective leadership in social work.

• Objectives: Demonstrate authentic, transformational, and collaborative leadership in academic, clinical, and community settings; mentor students and colleagues.

• Action Steps: Serve on committees and advisory boards; provide mentorship and supervision; lead initiatives that promote ethical decision-making, equity, and social justice.

Goal 3: Integrate active practice with teaching and mentorship.

• Objectives: Maintain engagement in clinical and macro-level social work practice; connect real-world experience to classroom learning.

• Action Steps: Continue private practice, supervision, consultation, or policy work; use case examples and experiential learning in courses; incorporate applied insights into curriculum design.

Goal 4: Provide effective and inclusive social work education.

• Objectives: Foster student learning, self-awareness, and ethical practice; promote equity and social justice in pedagogy.

• Action Steps: Design inclusive curricula; employ experiential and constructivist teaching strategies; provide ongoing feedback, mentoring, and accessible learning opportunities.