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ASASWEI INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 9-12 September 2025

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Policy and Advocacy for Peace building, Environmental and Social Justice: Influencing policies that promote environmental sustainability and social equity. Social workers, social movements and advocacy during wars, natural and medical disasters Social workers as advocates for environmental rights and sustainability.

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NASW Press Wishes You a Happy Social Work Month: Enjoy 20% Off Books and eBooks

Social Work Blog

The 13th edition of Social Work Speaks is a comprehensive and unabridged collection of policies, including those adopted and revised by the NASW Delegate Assembly in 2024. This user-friendly resource can assist in developing organizational responses to policy issues, conducting policy analysis, and working in advocacy coalitions.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

2345) of 2017 and subsequently adopted into the law in 2020 via National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, the 988 crisis line seeks to meet the growing demand for crisis intervention services and eliminate stigma against those seeking mental health support. Initially, introduced in the National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act (H.R.

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Why I Want to Be a Social Worker Essay Tips

Social Work Haven

As I embark on this transformative journey, I am committed to adopting a strength-based approach—one that recognises and nurtures the inherent potential within each individual. Strength-Based Approach One of the key aspects of being a social worker is adopting a strength-based approach.

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Alumni Honored with SSW Distinguished Alumni Awards

Michigan Social Work

His efforts led to the adoption of protection of farm workers from excessive heat and overtime pay. Sanders led the organization’s federal policy analysis, regulatory and legislative advocacy and coalition building efforts. Before joining MCYJ in 2014, Smith co-managed a youth diversion program in Skokie, IL. Senate in 2013.

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Save on All NASW Press eBooks: 15% Off!

Social Work Blog

Prior to 2020, the field of social work was limited in its adoption of digital practice. A practical guide to stress management and approaches to self-care, this book includes narratives gathered from both students and practitioners in the field.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

“Rethinking Social Work’s Role in a Rapidly Changing World : by Antoinette Lombard and Andre Viviers offer an overview of the need for social work in teh 21st century to adopt a more transformative social-policy approach, including policy advocacy. Working with diverse and vulnerable groups to promote social justice.