Highlighting Dr. Nyoki Cosey-Brown’s Role in the CSWE Disaster Relief Curriculum

We are honored to announce that Dr. Nyoki Cosey-Brown is a contributing author to the Specialized Practice Curricular Guide for Disaster Relief Social Work, Volume 2, published by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). This national-level resource supports social work educators and programs in preparing students to ethically and effectively respond to disasters and large-scale crises.

About the CSWE Disaster Relief Curricular Guide

The Disaster Relief Curricular Guide was developed to align disaster-focused social work education with the 2022 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS). As communities across the country face increasing natural disasters, public health emergencies, and complex humanitarian crises, this guide serves as a vital tool for strengthening the social work workforce.

Volume 2 focuses on advanced practice competencies, including engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation in disaster settings. It also elevates the importance of self-care and compassion as core professional competencies,

recognizing the emotional and ethical demands placed on social workers responding to crisis.

Rooted in Lived Experience and Professional Practice

Dr. Nyoki’s contribution is grounded in both scholarship and lived experience. Residing in New Orleans, she experienced another major hurricane during her first fall semester of doctoral study. That experience, combined with the strong academic foundation and mentorship she received during her program, shaped her interest and confidence in contributing to disaster relief education.

Her participation in this national task force reflects a long-standing commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and community-centered approaches to mental health and disaster response.

From National Scholarship to Real-World Consultation

This contribution to the CSWE Disaster Relief Curricular Guide directly informs the consultation services offered through The Doctor Nyoki Network, LLC. Our work supports organizations, academic institutions, and community-based agencies in building resilient, trauma-informed systems of care, especially in times of crisis.

Through consultation, training, and strategic support, The Doctor Nyoki Network partners with clients to strengthen:

• Disaster preparedness and response planning

• Mental health and wellness integration

• Workforce resilience and leadership support

• Program development grounded in equity and sustainability

By bridging national scholarship with practical application, we help organizations move from crisis response to long-term recovery and growth.

Looking Ahead

Dr. Nyoki’s contribution represents more than an academic milestone; it reflects a commitment to advancing the social work profession and supporting communities before, during, and after disasters. We are proud of this work and excited to continue translating research, practice wisdom, and lived experience into meaningful impact.

📘 The CSWE Disaster Relief Curricular Guide, Volume 2, is available through the Council on Social Work Education.

To learn more about consultation services, connect with The Doctor Nyoki Network, LLC.