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Gateway Foundation Hosts it Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon

Gateway Foundation

On September 19, 2024, Gateway Foundation proudly hosted its Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon at City Hall Events in Chicago. At this year’s luncheon, we honored exceptional individuals who contributed significantly to the Recovery community.

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ASASWEI INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 9-12 September 2025

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

How social workers support resilience, adaptation, and recovery in affected communities. Policy and Advocacy for Peace building, Environmental and Social Justice: Influencing policies that promote environmental sustainability and social equity. Empowering women as leaders in environmental advocacy and sustainability.

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World Mental Health Day 2021: Addressing Inequities in Care

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WFMH’s mission is to promote the advancement of mental health awareness, prevention of mental disorders, advocacy and best practices, and recovery-focused interventions worldwide. A program of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH), World Mental Health Day has been observed since 1992.

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

Social Work Blog

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.

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NASW, other organizations win legal victory over Massachusetts employee rights ballot initiative

Social Work Blog

As such, the court did not reach the question of whether the Attorney General had provided a fair summary, but did note that, “the failure to even discuss the provisions narrowing third parties’ tort recovery here would have rendered the summaries unfair.”

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NASW Maryland statement on Francis Scott Key Bridge Disaster

Social Work Blog

Despite challenging conditions, search and recovery operations persist, reflecting the resilience and dedication of first responders. As investigations continue and the city remains in a state of emergency, it is crucial to prioritize support for impacted communities and ensure comprehensive recovery efforts.

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BASW warns of ‘dilution of social worker role’ as DHSC plans more assessments by non-qualified staff

Community Care

. “It is intrinsically linked to information and advice and to making sure that people are aware of options and can weigh up the risks, benefits and costs of each of them (after recovery and rehabilitation if the assessment is as a result of a hospital admission) so that if they can plan for the longer term.