William L. Vanderwill

2026

The Justice We Imagine Vol. 4 | Social Justice Origin Stories

This is Volume 4 of “The Justice We Imagine”, a special series from Social Justice Origin Stories. This series focuses on storytellers’ responses to three essential questions:  

When is true social justice possible?

What shapes our approach to the work?

Why does understanding and sharing our social justice origin stories matter?

As you listen to their responses, reflect on what your answers might be.

May 13, 2026

Look For Hope Everywhere With William “Bill” Vanderwill

Reflecting on his 50-year career as a Social Worker, William “Bill” Vanderwill speaks on the importance of strengths-based practice, intergenerational communication, community organizing, and the grassroots power of everyday people taking actions for social justice. 

Listen in to hear insights from the man I affectionately call “the Fred Rogers of Social Work.”

March 18, 2026