My Brains Not Broken

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

That’s not to say that aspect of outreach is valuable – it’s extremely important and has helped many people – but it’s just to note that suicide prevention advocacy goes much further than that. Going forward, I’d encourage you to look a little deeper when it comes to topics like suicide prevention.

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National Casa Gal

MAY 17, 2022

The post National CASA/GAL Association for Children hosts 2022 Annual Conference June 4-7; Leading child advocacy organization is celebrating 40 years of impact appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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National Casa Gal

APRIL 19, 2022

The post The National CASA/GAL Association for Children hosts second annual Walk Run Thrive to raise awareness for best interest advocacy April 30-May 1 appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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National Casa Gal

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The post The National CASA/GAL Association for Children hosts its 2nd annual Walk Run Thrive to raise awareness for best interest advocacy April 30-May 1 appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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International Federation of Social Workers

AUGUST 18, 2024

IFSW United Nations Commission representatives Dr Sebastian Cordoba and Evelyn Tomaszewski attended the latest UN Summit of the Future consultation forum advocating for more collaborative, transparent and accountable action. The […]

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My Brains Not Broken

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Whether your approach to advocacy is specific or broad, there are many ways to get involved. I really appreciate the work the AFSP does for suicide prevention, and the organization is worth checking out in you’re interested in advocacy. But this is just one way of getting involved in this work.

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International Federation of Social Workers

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

The IFSW Africa Region Ubuntu social work Hybrid conference 2021 with the theme: ‘Towards Ubuntu and Sustainable development: Social Work Position in Achieving SDGs’ held in Rwanda from 23rd to 26th November 2021. Was one of its kind and successful in many ways.

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International Federation of Social Workers

JANUARY 16, 2025

A recent global study reveals a troubling decline in the working conditions and well-being of social workers over the past three years. Conducted across various regions, the research shows significant […]

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International Federation of Social Workers

OCTOBER 8, 2024

IFSW United Nations representatives Sebastian Cordoba, Evelyn Tomaszewski and Anne Deepak attended the UN’s Summit of the Future (as part of the General Assembly High-Level Week) and parallel events advocating […]

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National Casa Gal

APRIL 27, 2023

The post Judges who champion best interest advocacy appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children. Heath, Judge, Augusta Judicial Circuit/Superior Court, Augusta, Georgia, and member of National CASA/GAL’s Judicial Leadership Council.

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The New Social Worker

APRIL 16, 2023

Zander Keig shares his perspective as a 56-year-old first-generation American of Mexican heritage (Latino) trans man, TBI survivor, and neurodivergent first-generation college graduate. Zander was NASW 2020 Social Worker of the Year.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For direct support professionals (DSPs) and others working in the intellectual and development disabilities field (IDD), acting as an ally for client self-advocacy is a huge part of the job. What is self-advocacy? What is self-advocacy? Self-advocacy is deeply personal. But knowing where to start can be tricky.

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Shelter, Inc

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY FOR CHILD WELFARE REFORM Lester Blackwell Granger worked to address racial inequality in various social systems, including child welfare. Advocacy groups can push for policies that address racial bias in family assessments and promote equal access to services.

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Center for Child Protection

MARCH 17, 2025

Earlier this month, our very own Cyndi Cantu, Chief Team Relations & Forensics Officer, travelled from Texas to Illinois to speak at the Champions of Children Conference , hosted by the Childrens Advocacy Centers of Illinois. Cyndi presented two sessions, both tackling big questions in the world of forensic interviewing.

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CCRC

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

CCRCs 2025 Policy Conference brought together experts to discuss health equity, economic stability, policy and advocacy, and partnerships. Policy and Advocacy Funding, structure and action are all determined by policy, both state and federal. This system involves agencies and organizations at county, state and local levels.

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The International Association Of Schools Of Social

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Students for Global Change(SGC), in collaboration with the Students Association for Micro Social Work, is organizing an international virtual conference on 24th of March 2025 for social work students to showcase the contributions of social work students in addressing global challenges through research and practice, foster opportunities for peer engagement, (..)

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All For Kids

JANUARY 10, 2025

link] The post Gratitude: Advocacy for the Well-Being of Children and Families appeared first on All For Kids. Three simple ways to teach gratitude to kids and enhance family well-being. Practicing it will help younger children naturally notice things to be grateful for. Plus, its free to start, so why wait?

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My Brains Not Broken

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

There are many resources from organizations and advocacy groups that discuss how we can work to prevent suicide and while they’re available year-round, Suicide Prevention Month provides some time to focus even more on this important topic.

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CCRC

JANUARY 21, 2025

CCRC and fellow advocacy groups fought for funding of these critical services, which were previously considered in the governors budget cuts. The governors 2025 budget includes protections and supports for California children and families. Thanks to a strong economy, the 2025 California budget is larger than the previous years.

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The International Association Of Schools Of Social

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

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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The New Social Worker

APRIL 18, 2022

This need is even more crucial when we’re engaged with human dynamics that require intense engagement, empathy, and advocacy. Social Workers Are Human. As such, we must attend to our human-ness.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 14, 2024

The Older Americans Act (OAA) funds social services and programs such as nutrition programs, family caregiver support, elder abuse prevention, and more. NASW submitted comments ( bit.ly/NASW_OAA_2023comments

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The International Association Of Schools Of Social

AUGUST 2, 2024

The primary target audience is practitioners, policy makers, social work instructors, researchers and related professionals, and may be used as a supplemental text for social work courses.

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The New Social Worker

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Themes include self-care, boundaries, advocacy, professional development, and more. Jennifer Luna talks with five Black women in social work - Chaundra Scott, Nicole Crawford Sumerall, Sarita Ford, Serretta-Brooke Gordon, and Brittany White.

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International Federation of Social Workers

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work (COSW) has published its 2023/24 Activity Report, showcasing a year of impactful initiatives and steadfast commitment to social work advocacy across the Commonwealth. The […]

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Social Work Blog

AUGUST 10, 2022

Indeed, the marketing efforts initially involved even more troubling practices; as noted below, CareDash modified this practice in response to NASW’s advocacy. As a result of NASW’s advocacy efforts, BetterHelp has agreed to stop promoting itself on the site and stop participating in these practices.

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Michigan Social Work

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

I am excited to provide my unique perspectives on environmental advocacy and environmental justice while exploring sustainable methods for mineral extraction! This project brings together two of my biggest passions, environmental science and social work.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 27, 2022

Social workers have a long tradition of social justice and political advocacy – to include working to expand and protect voting rights and promote voter registration. Getty Images. Our essential work on behalf of protecting voting rights is needed now more than ever. and ways in which social workers can promote and mobilize voters.

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Community Care

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Children deprived of their liberty should have access to advocacy, including non-instructed advocacy as needed. The education secretary and Ofsted must be notified of any deprivation of liberty application where the child is not in a registered home.

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Social Work Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

We wish to thank NASW leadership and members for their continued advocacy that contributed to these important developments to advance access to care and to strengthen the social work workforce. Further, all three provisions of the Improving Access to Mental Health Act, are also included in the Health Equity and Accountability Act ( H.R.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2024

So -- whack! -- a child advocacy group brought a lawsuit to prohibit the practice. As I wrote in 2016 : [A]n expose of abuse in foster care by the alternative weekly Willamette Week whacked the state into raising standards for foster homes. So the state wound up warehousing foster children in offices and jails.

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Shelter, Inc

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Involvement To continue advocacy efforts and community involvement, Shelter’s Executive Director, Carina H. Shelter also earned a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency and four stars on Charity Navigator , enabling supporters to invest in Shelter, Inc.with trust and confidence. Santa Maria, received remarkable appointments.

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University of Connecticut

MARCH 25, 2025

Through case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will learn to balance advocacy with ethical boundaries while protecting the therapeutic alliance. This training explores how different ethical principles clash under the unique pressures we face today, and offers the tools we need to address them effectively. Learning Objectives: 1.

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The New Social Worker

APRIL 5, 2023

When it comes to advocacy for social justice, silence is not golden. We need to say something and do something. At the same time, we need to be mindful and strategic and prepare for possible pushback and retaliation.

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Child Welfare Monitor

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Was there any discussion of taking him to a Child Advocacy Center for a forensic interview? Shouldn’t he have received a physical examination? If he denied the abuse, was the investigator unaware that is what scared children do?

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Center for Child Protection

JANUARY 3, 2025

Three Decades of Leadership and Advocacy in Child Protection The Center for Child Protection is proud to celebrate Amanda Van Hoozer, our Chief Program Officer, who has been awarded the Family Investigations & Alternative Response Challenge Coin by Texas Child Protective Investigations (CPI) at the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (..)

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Social Work Blog

MAY 6, 2022

Mike Pierce, Executive Director of the Student Borrower Protection Center, with whom NASW partners on student loan debt advocacy, provided testimony at the hearing. To find out more about NASW‘s advocacy efforts and student loan debt relief, visit the NASW website.

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