Tricia Bent-Goodley (Howard University) is being recognized for her distinguished recent contributions in her commitment to advancing student development through her mentorship, scholarship and service.
She has published extensively to advance black families, communities, youth, and children. Dr. Goodley is masterful at making her scholarship available to a wide audience of scholars, practitioners, policy makers, and concerned citizens.
Dr. Bent-Goodley has made major contributions to advancing the education of social work students and practitioners and also provides services and leadership to organizations and communities at the local and national level.