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NASW South Carolina strongly opposes legislation to repeal social work licensure

Social Work Blog

Licensed social workers, like other mental health and health care providers, are regulated professionals who require a vigorous education, ongoing professional training, and adherence to a strict NASW Code of Ethics. We fought so hard for licensure in this state and will not allow it to be taken away.

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NASW President: Association stands in solidarity with transgender people in aftermath of Texas directive

Social Work Blog

The Texas attempt to change the definition of child abuse are in direct opposition of social work values, principles, and our code of ethics. Gender affirming care must be viewed for what it is – life-saving and life-affirming health and mental health care.

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NASW in Texas court case to reinstate injunction that supports transgender youth and their families

Social Work Blog

On March 18, 2022, NASW participated in the amicus brief , with several other child advocacy organizations, led by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) in support of the emergency motion filed by Plaintiff-Appellees. After the TRO was granted, Texas filed an appeal.

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NASW joined ACLU to get temporary restraining order in Texas transgender child case

Social Work Blog

NASW promulgates professional policies, conducts research, publishes professional studies and books, provides continuing education and enforces the NASW Code of Ethics. NASW strongly advocates for the availability of culturally appropriate, comprehensive health and mental health services for LGBTQ+ people across their life span. [1]

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Celebrate Your Graduate—Save 20% on Select NASW Press Books!

Social Work Blog

The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. All social workers should review the new text and affirm their commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics. All social workers should review the new text and affirm their commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

In social work, various articles cover topics such as social work articles on mental health, social work articles on domestic violence, social work articles on learning disabilities, medical social work articles, school social work articles and clinical social work articles. What are the 7 codes of ethics?

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NASW Press Reads for Practice, Policy, and Principles

Social Work Blog

Ecosocial Work: Environmental Practice and Advocacy by Rachel Forbes and Kelly Smith answers that call with chapters that include theoretical frameworks and innovative tools. Engaging at this level helps social workers live up to the code of ethics of the profession, whether they work in public policy, institutions, or private practice.