Contextual Influence on Experiences of Minority of Youths and Children

Contextual Influence on Experiences of Minority of Youths and Children

Presenters:
Dr Chung, You-Jin, Lecturer, Singapore University of Social Sciences
Mr Jason Lee, Social Worker, AMKFSC Community Services Ltd.

Time: 4pm to 5:30pm

Venue: Research Division Seminar Room (AS7 06-42)
Address: Shaw Foundation Building, National University of Singapore
5 Arts Link, Singapore 117570

Dr Chung, You-Jin - Exploring acculturation experiences of Korea adolescents in Singapore and their psychological well-being

Abstract:
Adjusting to a new environment is particularly challenging for immigrant adolescents, who are trying to adapt to two cultures while dealing with the normal developmental process of identity formation. This study focused on understanding the acculturation experiences of Korean adolescents who have lived in Singapore. Through the research, the researcher provided insight into what stress Korean adolescents have experienced in Singapore and how their ethnic identity work on their psychological well-being by conducting the exploratory sequential mixed methods. The study further identified the role of ethnic identity, which may be different depending on the context of reception. This presentation will highlight implications and contributions of the study for academic knowledge, social work practice and social policies.

Mr Jason Lee - Exploring the Social and Emotional Experiences of Children with Parental Incarceration

Abstract:
This study extends research into the impact of parental incarceration on children aged 7 to 12 years by exploring their social and emotional experiences using a qualitative approach. By investigating their perspectives, their socioeconomic status, presence of stigma, and emotional state were examined. The interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis approach and four overarching themes were found. Researcher will be sharing about the research process, findings, challenges as well as implications of the study.

Presenter’s profile:
Dr Chung, You-Jin is a lecturer and field education coordinator of Social Work Programme at Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). She earned her Ph.D. in Social Work from National University of Singapore (NUS), and MA (Social Work) from the Ewha Womans University in Korea. She worked with adults and adolescents with mental problems and their families in community settings in Korea (i.e. community mental health center, mental health welfare research institute, rehabilitation center, and community mental health volunteers). Her research interest includes community mental health – development of system, program and network, immigrant adaptation and well-being, and adolescents’ mental health.

Mr Jason Chee is currently a social worker in Nexus Family Resource Centre under AMKFSC Community Services Ltd. He graduated in March 2017 with a Masters in Social Work from Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). His interest in working with the incarcerated population motivated him to conduct the research during his studies.

Date
Wednesday, 01 November 2017

Time
4pm to 5.30pm

Venue
Research Division Seminar Room (AS7 06-42)
Shaw Foundation Building, National University of Singapore
5 Arts Link, Singapore 117570