Children’s Defense Fund
MAY 2, 2025
By Marian Wright Edelman Teaching children may be the highest way to seek God. It is, however, also the most daunting way, in the sense of the greatest responsibility. –Gabriela Mistral, Chilean Nobel Prize Laureate in Literature, school leader, and teacher Every year, the first full week of May is a chance to show special gratitude and thanks to Americas teachers.
The New Social Worker
MAY 5, 2025
You have made it all this way, toiled through your social work graduate program, and Im supposed to say something wise to you. But youre already wise.
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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
APRIL 16, 2025
Even the Wizard of Oz couldnt do that. But at last, were getting a peek behind the curtain. Seventeen years after we first raised the issue, an ugly little practice that leads to hundreds of needless foster care placements in Kansas every year finally is getting some attention though far from all of the attention it deserves. The Kansas Legislature passed, and the governor signed, a bill that may slightly reduce the number of times this practice is invoked but it still allows the family police
CO4Kids
APRIL 28, 2025
Back to Blogs Child Welfare Blog Join the Colorado Foster Youth in Transition to Adulthood grant advisory committee HB 21-1094 the Foster Youth in Transition Program was signed into law on June 25, 2021. One provision in this bill creates the Foster Youth Successful Transition to Adulthood Grant Program, which requires the implementation of an advisory committee.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Nnatasha Tracy
APRIL 24, 2025
Mental illness lies to you. It says you're alone. But whether you're living with depression, bipolar, or another diagnosis, you're not the only one. Here's why mental illness feels so isolating and what to remember when you're in the dark.
Community Care
APRIL 30, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. A fast-track scheme for training social workers will end in 2027 after the government decided to withdraw funding on financial grounds. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) will not renew charity Think Ahead’s contract to deliver its scheme to train people to work as adult mental health social workers, which began in 2016.
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CCRC
APRIL 28, 2025
A comprehensive early learning and child development program that has benefited 40 million children since it was introduced in 1965 is under threat by federal cuts. As Head Start turns 60 years old, the Presidents budget plans to terminate the program that countless families rely on. As a recent LA Times report on the Head Start funding threat highlights, the cuts threaten care for 80,000 California children.
National Casa Gal
APRIL 23, 2025
On April 22, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued over 360 notices of termination of federal grant awards. National CASA/GAL was one of the organizations that received notices. Read More. The post National CASA/GAL federal funding terminated appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
MAY 1, 2025
On Friday, April 4, 2025, social workers, students, educators, and international delegates gathered at United Nations Headquarters in New York City to celebrate the Annual Social Work Day at the UN. Under the theme Looking Back to Move Forward, this years program reflected on the professions global legacy while exploring pathways to a just and sustainable future.
Community Care
APRIL 25, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) has opened for applications in 2025-26 amid significant concerns about children and families going without the therapy they need. Children’s minister Janet Daby only confirmed that the ASGSF would continue for 2025-26 on 1 April, the start of the financial year, leading to the build-up of a huge backlog of applications and del
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Social Work.Career
MAY 5, 2025
This post is part of the monthly series, Free Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals, featuring almost 30 free webcasts that we could find for you this month in the field of social work and mental health. To make it easier for you to find a webinar that is of interest to you, […] The post Free Mental Health Webinars, May 2025 appeared first on SocialWork.Career.
Social Work Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
By Sue Coyle At 13, eighth-grader Melissa* is no stranger to lockdown drillsdrills where students and staff practice what they would do if an active shooter was on campus. She says the drills occur monthly, more frequently at the beginning of the school year, and are fortified by an assembly in the fall about active shooters. The assembly is led by the school resource officer and follows the ALICE Training curriculum.
Center for Child Protection
APRIL 29, 2025
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and we have been highlighting the 5 Steps to Protecting Our Kids all month long. Those steps are: As April comes to an end, we want to dive a little deeper into the last step. Part of reacting responsibly to child abuse is knowing why, when, what, & how to report. Why Report Reporting can save a child’s life.
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
MAY 1, 2025
You are cordially invited to a special online event. A Webinar Central U.S. (UTC -6) May 5, 7-8:30 PM | South Korea (UTC +9) May 6, 9-10:30 AM Via Zoom Standing Up for Democracy: Studies of Democratic Renewal in Korea Register: [link] As democracy faces mounting challenges around the globe, what can the world learn from the efforts of ordinary citizens to mobilize in South Koreas recent political crisis?
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Community Care
APRIL 16, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The government has renewed funding to help overseas care staff who have lost work and are facing removal from the UK due to “unethical” employment practices or providers not complying with visa rules. However, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has reduced the level of the international recruitment fund from 16m in 2024-25 to 12.5m this year, divided between 15 regi
Michigan Social Work
MAY 2, 2025
Lecturer Susan Radzilowski spoke with WDETs The Metro about the challenges as well as the services and supports available for transgendered youth in Metro Detroit. The availability of school support is extremely important in my opinion. The most important supports here for young people are family, which of course is your home, and school and community, Radzilowski said.
Gateway Foundation
APRIL 30, 2025
Supporting a Loved One with Depression **Seek immediate help if someone you know has expressed thoughts of suicide. When someone you care about is struggling with depression, it can be overwhelming and difficult to know how to help. Whether its your friend, family member, partner, or someone else in your life, your support can be a meaningful part of their journey toward healing.
Nnatasha Tracy
MAY 5, 2025
May is more than a hashtag its your chance to spark real change. Explore 14 concrete ideas from bipolar selfcare hacks and crisisplan refreshers to ally moves that reshape policy and learn how to turn Mental Health Awareness Month into yearround momentum. Dive in and pick your first action today.
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The International Association Of Schools Of Social
APRIL 25, 2025
Submission Deadline: August 30, 2025 Publication Date: December 2025 Word Limit: 2000 words (including references) Submit to: Dr. Rajendra Baikady rajendra.baikady@mail.huji.ac.il Prof. Carolyn Noble carolyn.noble@acap.edu.au Theme: The Politics of Social Work A Need for Courage and Action in an Unfair World The 30th edition of Social Dialogue , hosted by the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), invites courageous voices to join a powerful conversation.
Community Care
APRIL 24, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. A new approach to private law cases has substantially improved children and families’ experience of the courts, including by reducing the re-traumatisation of domestic abuse victims and survivors, say practitioners Those were among the findings of a Ministry of Justice (MoJ) commissioned evaluation of the implementation of the private law pathfinder pilots in Dorset and North Wales si
Shelter, Inc
MAY 5, 2025
Shelter Youth & Family Services is proud to announce that our Executive Director, Carina H. Santa Maria, MSW, LCSW, has been elected as a Village Trustee for the Village of Arlington Heights. A long-time resident and advocate for youth and families, Santa Maria brings deep experience in child welfare, community development, and social services to this new civic role.
Michigan Social Work
APRIL 28, 2025
MSW student Josh Campbell has received the 2025 Furstenberg Award for Excellence in Pre-graduate Education from the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System. Campbell was selected from over 1,600 health profession trainees and recognizes his excellence in clinical and educational pursuits. The award is named in honor of Albert Furstenberg, who served as dean of the U-M Medical School for 25 years and championed medical education.
Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
CO4Kids
MAY 1, 2025
Back to Blogs Parent Partner Blog CDHS honors five Colorado families in celebration of National Foster Care Month Denver (May 1, 2025) In celebration of National Foster Care Month and to encourage more Coloradans to become foster parents, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is honoring five foster families. These families support older youth, as well as those with behavioral or mental health needs.
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
APRIL 28, 2025
IASSW President, Antoinette Lombard, was invited to speak at the ICSW International Conference on Participation, Social Welfare, and Local Administration in Times of AI, held in Ronda, Spain, from April 2425, 2025. The Presidents of IASSW, IFSW, and ICSW joined the conference and spoke on the topic: “Participation and Well-Being: Perspectives from the IASSW, the IFSW, and the ICSW.” As part of a distinguished panel alongside leaders from ICSW and IFSW, Prof.
Community Care
APRIL 16, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Social work needs to be “pushed further” to embed anti-discriminatory practice within children’s services, say the authors of proposed post-qualifying standards (PQS) for newcomers to the profession. Members of the expert writing group that drew up the PQS explained why anti-discriminatory practice was the first of the proposed six standards, in a webinar on the Department
Gateway Foundation
APRIL 30, 2025
We recognize that mental health and substance use are intricately linked, often forming a vicious cycle. In 2023, 44% of adults with an SUD also had a mental health disorder of some kind. Research indicates that while having a substance use disorder (SUD) can increase the likelihood of developing mental health disorders, conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders can also elevate the risk of developing an SUD.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Michigan Social Work
MAY 2, 2025
PhD students Matt Hiller, Anna Wood and Irene Routt have been awarded Rackham Predoctoral Fellowships, one of the most prestigious awards granted to U-M graduate doctoral students.
CO4Kids
APRIL 28, 2025
Back to Blogs Community Blog 2026 Annual Progress and Services Report Stakeholder Feedback The Colorado Department of Human Services Division of Child Welfare is in the final stages of writing the 2026 Annual Progress and Services Report (“APSR”) for federal submission. We value the input of our stakeholders and would like to invite you to participate in the following opportunities to provide feedback via scheduled teleconferences.
International Federation of Social Workers
MAY 1, 2025
World Social Work Day 2025 Report World Social Work Day 2025: Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing World Social Work Day (WSWD) is an annual global celebration that aims […]
Community Care
APRIL 24, 2025
By Tim Spencer-Lane The Mental Health Bill , which seeks to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) to strengthen the voice of the patient and ensure that that detention is only used when necessary, received its third reading in the House of Lords on 23 April 2025. Having now been passed by the Lords, the bill is at the halfway stage of its passage through Parliament.
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