This chapter explores the concept of regenerative practice in social work as a transformative framework to address interconnected ecological and social crises. Rooted in the recognition of the interdependence between humans and more-than-human nature, regenerative practice challenges traditional anthropocentric and Eurocentric worldviews. By incorporating insights from Indigenous knowledge, alter-humanist perspectives, and contemporary social movements, the chapter argues for a paradigm shift in social work that fosters reconnection, decolonization, and self-organized action. Three key dimensions of regenerative practice are highlighted: (1) micro-practices of reconnection to cultivate embodied awareness of human-nature interdependence, (2) decolonizing practices to dismantle oppressive structures embedded in social work, and (3) grassroots-led actions that promote social and ecological justice. The chapter emphasizes the role of social workers in bridging social and environmental issues through practical, community-centered interventions that address both human well-being and ecological sustainability. By embracing regenerative practice, social work can play a crucial role in fostering a more equitable, interconnected future for all living beings.

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Regenerative Practice in Social Work: Cultivating Relational Practices for a More-Than-Human Future

  • Yari Or

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This chapter explores the concept of regenerative practice in social work as a transformative framework to address interconnected ecological and social crises. Rooted in the recognition of the interdependence between humans and more-than-human nature, regenerative practice challenges traditional anthropocentric and Eurocentric worldviews. By incorporating insights from Indigenous knowledge, alter-humanist perspectives, and contemporary social movements, the chapter argues for a paradigm shift in social work that fosters reconnection, decolonization, and self-organized action. Three key dimensions of regenerative practice are highlighted: (1) micro-practices of reconnection to cultivate embodied awareness of human-nature interdependence, (2) decolonizing practices to dismantle oppressive structures embedded in social work, and (3) grassroots-led actions that promote social and ecological justice. The chapter emphasizes the role of social workers in bridging social and environmental issues through practical, community-centered interventions that address both human well-being and ecological sustainability. By embracing regenerative practice, social work can play a crucial role in fostering a more equitable, interconnected future for all living beings.