Educational administration scholars have long argued that reflective practice and meaningful critical dialogue are important aspects of thoughtful leadership. This article explores the efficacy and utility of these two activities in relation to learning about and enacting leadership for social justice. The article centers on the reflective…

The right of the individual to make personal choices in health matters without undue pressure from health educators is discussed. (JD)

The overriding concern in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child is dignity. The implications for mental health policy are discussed. The U.S. may not ratify the convention, but it should serve as a guide for state lawmakers and mental health professionals involved in children's issues. (DM)

Although young adolescents need recognition and dignity every day, the Month of the Young Adolescent is a time for celebration and awareness of the value and hope that they bring to our future. The key to success is for every participating adult to take students aside for a real conversation. (MLH)

Reflects on the elderly within the perspective of solitude, emphasizing questions of existence and human uniqueness as elements of analysis. Does not discuss abandonment during old age, but centers on the process of learning, which the person realizes through the years of constructing an individual maturity. (BT)

The authors present their journey through the development of an action research project based on collaboration between university health lecturers and a practice development and research nurse in an NHS Trust hospital. The project was designed to raise awareness and improve the practice of all staff in relation to the dignity and respect shown to…

This article presents an interview with Daniel W. Sutherland, Officer for Civil Rights & Civil Liberties, Department of Homeland Security, to discuss some of the Department's future goals related to emergency preparedness for people with special needs and to find out how citizens can help in that quest. This article also focuses on topics such as:…

The process by which the International School Psychology Committee (ISP) formulated its Declaration of the Psychological Rights of the Child is described. ISP issued a tentative declaration and solicited comment world wide to help draw up a final declaration (included in the text), define variables, and work toward implementation. (Author/PP)

The humanities are described as the custodians of the human image. Today's humanities have burdens which are social and conceptual. Higher education training in critical thinking works against the image of man, which keeps civilization vital. (JN)

The author traces occurrences in his life which contributed to his changing from Judaism to Humanism. Traces the Humanist Movement from 1927 to 1961 when the Supreme Court ruled that Humanism is legal equally to theistic religions. Journal availability: see SO 507 190. (KC)

Workshops in caring were designed to expose attitudes, biases, and concerns of a nursing home staff toward aging, illness, and death. Touches on techniques and materials for encouraging participants to focus on and share feelings. What inhibits or facilitates a caring relationship was the prime focus of both sessions. (Author)

Examines the psychosocial needs of disabled persons and the counseling approaches for dealing with their special needs. Discusses problems of self-concept, body image, frustration and anger, and dependency and motivation. Strategies are drawn from a broad spectrum of counseling theories. (Author)

Explains four forms of spiritual knowledge in Navajo tradition. The first emphasizes character development; second, self-reliance; third, emotional ties and relationships with family, community, nation, and the natural environment; and fourth, reverence and respect for nature. The goal of Navajo (Dine) philosophy is balance, holism, and harmony.…

Examined perceptions of student affairs professionals about the importance of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing essential values to student affairs work. Findings from 68 student affairs professionals revealed that respondents regarded aesthetics, altruism, community, equality, freedom, human dignity, justice, and truth as essential…

Contains the considerations and recommendations for action of the Ferney Round Table, held in February 1996, concerning the fundamental rights and dignity of migrants. Discussions include the root causes of migration; global migration strategy; legal standards and their implementation; regional migration dynamics; and the need for greater…