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NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill 2024

Social Work Blog

JULY 9, 2024

By Rachel Boyer, MSW, LMSW Ahead of the 2024 NASW National Conference, more than 200 social workers from 36 states and one U.S. The purpose of these meetings was to build bipartisan support for key legislation that will expand access to care and assist the social work workforce. House and Senate on June 18, 2024.

Advocacy

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COVID-19 and First Responder Social Workers: An Unexpected Mental Health Storm

Social Work Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

The pandemic has also significantly impacted social workers who face hidden mental health consequences. A recent article in the journal Social Work , co-published by NASW and Oxford University Press, highlights this issue. The article offers recommendations to ameliorate distress and promote advocacy efforts for readjustment.

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NASW Honors Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Social workers, who continuously advocate for justice across cultures, must create space for reflection and education to foster inclusivity. As social workers, we have a duty to advocate against all forms of injustice. Jo Seiders LCSW, CDE (Jo/Jo’s name only please) is NASW’s Senior Human Rights Policy Associate – DEI

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NASW to join White Ribbon Day in Congress

Social Work Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a proud partner of White Ribbon VA , a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs. To RSVP email advocacy@socialworkers.org in Room 2044 of the Rayburn House Office Building.

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Addressing Equity in Schools: Youth Participatory Action Research and Transformative Social and Emotional Learning during COVID-19

Social Work Blog

JANUARY 7, 2022

School social workers are uniquely positioned to elevate student voices, hone their critical thinking skills, and capitalize on their strengths and assets. Through CSL, students cultivate advocacy skills by identifying, investigating, and taking action to address concerns. Aubrey Thornton, LCSW , is therapist, Search, Inc.,

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Child Abuse Prevention Month

Social Work Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

April Ferguson LCSW-C Senior Practice Associate Children and Adolescents April 2024 The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Child Welfare

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Join us for a Congressional Briefing: Improving Student Success through H.R. 7037

Social Work Blog

MARCH 24, 2022

A school social worker meets with a student. Join us for a Congressional briefing on the School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act (H.R. The legislation recognizes the critical need for more school social workers to help improve student success. Getty Images. WHERE: Registration Link.

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

Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

A message from National Association of Social Workers (NASW) President Mildred “Mit” Joyner. NASW President Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW. NASW wants Texas leadership to understand that social workers across this nation support transgendered youth, their families and their support systems.

Code of Ethics

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Let’s Take Pride Back to its Basics

Social Work Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

By Cassie Brown, MSW, LCSW PRIDE (noun): 1) a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired 2) consciousness of one’s own dignity. June is Pride Month. This is Pride, everyone!

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

MAY 9, 2022

While these statistics are a significant cause for concern, social workers have been instrumental in providing support to people in crisis. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline reported receiving almost 2.4 2021, December 9). Vibrant and 988.

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NASW Supports Gun Violence Prevention in Schools

Social Work Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The panelists discussed contributing factors to school gun violence, the school social workers role in creating a safe learning environment, and preventative practices to reduce violence in schools. Given the concerns around school gun violence, school social workers are an integral part to ensuring safety in the education system.

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?NASW Member Voices: Supreme Courts Ends Affirmative Action. What are the Implications?

Social Work Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA The U.S. What are next steps for Social Workers and other Social Justice Activists? In the face of the tremendous aftershock of the court’s affirmative action decision, the question is what are the next steps for civil rights and social justice activists – including social workers.

Diversity

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Bill introduced to grow nation’s mental health and behavioral workforce

Social Work Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery (STAR) Plus Scholarship Act would create a scholarship for students who wish to enter the mental health and behavioral health workforce, including social workers. The legislation is supported by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and 14 other mental health organizations.

Mental Health

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Why the Language We Use Matters

Social Work Blog

MAY 16, 2023

By Jo Seiders, LCSW, CDE May 17 th is commonly recognized as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia — a day many people around the globe celebrate gender and sexual diversity and collectively confront oppression, discrimination, intolerance, and violence that many LGBTQIA2S+ folks experience daily.

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NASW Member Voices: The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative

Social Work Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Because Senate leadership felt DRA should be more closely aligned with the broader voting rights advocacy movement, they decided DRA should be carved out as a standalone bill. It is essential that national organizations that have long advocated for social justice offer their support and resources to proactively support the passage of DRA.

Criminal Justice

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“Overworked and Stretched Thin”: Burnout and Systemic Failure in School Social Work

Social Work Blog

JULY 17, 2023

The effects of burnout on client service provision, organizational health, and individual well-being are increasingly a focus of social work research, particularly against the societal backdrop of the post-COVID-19 era. The journal Social Work is a benefit of NASW membership. Author: Stephanie L.

School Social Work

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“Overworked and Stretched Thin”: Burnout and Systemic Failure in School Social Work

Social Work Blog

JULY 17, 2023

The effects of burnout on client service provision, organizational health, and individual well-being are increasingly a focus of social work research, particularly against the societal backdrop of the post-COVID-19 era. The journal Social Work is a benefit of NASW membership. Author: Stephanie L.

School Social Work

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

MAY 25, 2022

1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. Social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the United States and treatment of PTSD is one of their specialty areas. Prepared by.

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Library Social Work: Meeting People Where They Are

Social Work Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Dr. Mary McKay sees libraries as an opportunity to place social workers with a full range of skills in proximity to communities in need of social services. “A Libraries and social workers are “just a wonderful fit,” said Will Francis, LMSW, executive director of the NASW’s Texas and Louisiana chapters.

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Library Social Work: Meeting People Where They Are

Social Work Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Dr. Mary McKay sees libraries as an opportunity to place social workers with a full range of skills in proximity to communities in need of social services. “A Libraries and social workers are “just a wonderful fit,” said Will Francis, LMSW, executive director of the NASW’s Texas and Louisiana chapters.

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The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative | NASW Member Voices

Social Work Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Because Senate leadership felt DRA should be more closely aligned with the broader voting rights advocacy movement, they decided DRA should be carved out as a standalone bill. It is essential that national organizations that have long advocated for social justice offer their support and resources to proactively support the passage of DRA.

Criminal Justice

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BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

University of Connecticut

MAY 8, 2023

BSW Award Raymond and Mary Borecki Buck Endowed Scholarship Fund Mary Borecki Buck is an UConn School of Social Work alumna committed to supporting the education of future generations of social workers. Kinlock Endowment Fund in Social Work Established by Charlotte M. Charlotte M.

Justice and Corrections

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Gun Violence Continues: No End in Sight

Social Work Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Mel Wilson, MBA, LCSW – NASW Senior Policy Adviser Lewiston, Maine has become the latest city to capture the nation’s attention when 18 people were killed and more than a dozen injured in shootings at multiple locations in this town of less than 40,000 people. This tragedy followed a depressingly familiar pattern.

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NASW Brings Awareness to the Importance of Mental Health

Social Work Blog

MAY 6, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) wishes to bring attention to the importance of mental health as it affects millions of people in the United States. Social workers remain dedicated to ensuring the populations they serve have access to much needed resources and support.

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NASW Member Voices: Unfortunately, mass shootings are small part of the America’s larger gun violence problem

Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Disclaimer: The National Association of Social Workers invites members to share their expertise and experiences through Member Voices. This blog was prepared by Mel Wilson in his personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers. About The Author.

Criminal Justice

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NASW Member Voices: White House Move to Decriminalize Marijuana at federal level should be followed by states

Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

. . By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. Disclaimer: The National Association of Social Workers invites members to share their expertise and experiences through Member Voices. This blog was prepared by Mel Wilson in his personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers.

Justice and Corrections

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John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (VRAA): The Time is Now

Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

By Mel Wilson, MBA, LCSW – NASW Senior Policy Adviser The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) applauds the reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (VRAA) by Maryland Democratic Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin.

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NASW Member Voices: A Voting Rights Victory from the Supreme Court

Social Work Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA The United States Supreme Court on June 8 made an important and unexpected decision by rejecting Alabama’s gerrymandered redistricting map that grossly diluted the Black vote. House Therefore, it is heartening the voting rights advocacy community seems to be putting the Milligan ruling in proper context.

Criminal Justice

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Social Work Leaders attend NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

Social Work Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Kastner, MSS, MLSP, Senior Field Organizer Nearly 100 social workers from 44 states and two U.S. House and Senate on June 28, 2023, to build bipartisan support for key federal legislation that will assist the social work workforce, our clients, and communities. Constituents matter in Congress.

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NASW Member Voices: Worsening Systemic Intolerance is an Existential Threat to our Nation

Social Work Blog

MARCH 24, 2023

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA America, seemingly suddenly, finds itself in the middle of the most existentially threatening crisis of racism and intolerance since the events leading up to and including the Civil War. Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA, is the retired Senior Policy Advisor for the National Association of Social Workers.

Criminal Justice

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NASW Member Voices: It is crucial Democratic Coalition that delivered Midterm Elections Successes Must Stay Intact for 2024

Social Work Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. Disclaimer: The National Association of Social Workers invites members to share their expertise and experiences through Member Voices. This blog was prepared by Mel Wilson in his personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers.

Criminal Justice

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Social Work Update

NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill 2024

COVID-19 and First Responder Social Workers: An Unexpected Mental Health Storm

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NASW Honors Indigenous Peoples’ Day

NASW to join White Ribbon Day in Congress

Addressing Equity in Schools: Youth Participatory Action Research and Transformative Social and Emotional Learning during COVID-19

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Join us for a Congressional Briefing: Improving Student Success through H.R. 7037

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

Let’s Take Pride Back to its Basics

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

NASW Supports Gun Violence Prevention in Schools

?NASW Member Voices: Supreme Courts Ends Affirmative Action. What are the Implications?

Bill introduced to grow nation’s mental health and behavioral workforce

Why the Language We Use Matters

NASW Member Voices: The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative

“Overworked and Stretched Thin”: Burnout and Systemic Failure in School Social Work

“Overworked and Stretched Thin”: Burnout and Systemic Failure in School Social Work

NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Library Social Work: Meeting People Where They Are

Library Social Work: Meeting People Where They Are

The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative | NASW Member Voices

BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

Gun Violence Continues: No End in Sight

NASW Brings Awareness to the Importance of Mental Health

NASW Member Voices: Unfortunately, mass shootings are small part of the America’s larger gun violence problem

NASW Member Voices: White House Move to Decriminalize Marijuana at federal level should be followed by states

John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (VRAA): The Time is Now

NASW Member Voices: A Voting Rights Victory from the Supreme Court

Social Work Leaders attend NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

NASW Member Voices: Worsening Systemic Intolerance is an Existential Threat to our Nation

NASW Member Voices: It is crucial Democratic Coalition that delivered Midterm Elections Successes Must Stay Intact for 2024

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