ISSN : 2233-6710(Print)
ISSN : 2384-2121(Online)
ISSN : 2384-2121(Online)
Journal of Asia Pacific Counseling Vol.12 No.1 pp.133-153
DOI : http://doi.org/10.18401/2022.12.1.8
DOI : http://doi.org/10.18401/2022.12.1.8
An Immigrant School Counselor as Multicultural and Social Justice Advocate for Immigrant Students: A Case Study Approach
Abstract
Using the Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC) framework in a single case study, this research explored the subjective experiences of an immigrant school counselor regarding social justice advocacy for immigrant students and their families in urban contexts. Through Strauss and Corbin (1990)’s data analysis, eight themes were identified from the interview: (a) professional identity, (b) shared experience as an immigrant, (c) cultural adjustment, (d) special bonding, (e) cultural sensitivity, (f) cultural intentionality, (g) culturally responsive practice, and (h) influence of political climate. Implication for school counselors and the counseling research are discussed.