Meet the President
“My greatest accomplishment is creating a space that equips Black women with the sledgehammers they can use to break every glass ceiling they encounter in the field.”
Bodequia Simon, LMSW
Bodequia created Black Girls in Social Work after experiencing a lack of support and resources as a new MSW graduate. She recognized a large need for a safe community for Black women in Social Work that welcomed and embraced their vulnerabilities, needs, and authenticity. Bodequia is a visionary that has expanded Black Girls in Social Work’s reach from online to in-person across the country. Her work is focused on educating the masses about Social Workers’ contributions to society and assisting Social Workers, primarily Black Women, with breaking existing barriers to having success in the Social Work field.
Bodequia is a Licensed Master Social Worker that serves as the first Library Social Worker in Orangeburg, SC. She is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor, Social Work Creative, Author, and Speaker.
In May of 2022, Bodequia had the pleasure of being the keynote speaker at the cording and hooding ceremonies for the graduating BSW and MSW cohorts for the College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. Bodequia became the first recipient of the college’s Alumni of the Year Award.
2022 Alumni of the Year
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Becoming a Social Worker Ebook
Considering a Social Work career but don’t know where to start?
What is Social Work? What does a Social Worker do? Should you become a Social Worker? Are you on the right path to becoming a Social Worker? If you are unsure of how to answer these questions or need an extra nudge in the right direction, you are not alone!
Becoming a Social Worker is a thought provoking guidance tool for gaining perspective on starting and continuing on a journey to a career in Social Work. Licensed Master Social Worker and President of a community of over 30,000 Social Workers, Bodequia Simon, created this book packed with transparency and insight to assist all those exploring a Social Work career. You will discover your options and gain empowerment to embark on your journey with self-determination.
Gain insight and decide on what success in Social Work looks like to you!
Can be purchased as a Direct Digital Download or on Amazon Kindle!
Book as a Speaker
Look no further for a speaker for your next event! Bodequia’s expertise includes motivational speaking and discussing topics such as pursuing higher education, beginning a Social Work Career, and navigating the Social Work field. Bodequia has experience with providing relatable and empowering engagements to youth and adult audiences. She has a special interest in speaking to Social Work students about various subjects that include but are not limited to field placements, exploring Social Work careers, finding community, and planning for graduation.
