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NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill 2024

Social Work Blog

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.

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Reflections on Macro Advocacy and Professional Development for Social Workers

The New Social Worker

Clinical social workers and those in management positions hold unique and valuable perspectives and knowledge that can be harnessed to inform and influence elected officials. Advocacy work can seem daunting, but it does not have to be.

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NASW Combats Troubling Business Practice Harming Social Workers and their Clients

Social Work Blog

In July, many NASW members alerted their state chapters to a disturbing and potentially deceptive marketing practice impacting social workers nationwide — involving CareDash, a healthcare review and referral website for a wide variety of healthcare providers, including clinical social workers.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

You asked, what are the 10 roles of social workers ? While I can provide a list of 10 common roles of social workers, it’s important to note that our roles often go beyond these. Case Manager : Social workers coordinate services and resources for their clients, ensuring they receive comprehensive care and support.

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Ethics Alive! The Ethics of Work-Based Versus Personal Advocacy

The New Social Worker

Be aware of the limits of agency-based advocacy and consider when it might be more appropriate to advocate using your personal time and resources. We must navigate the complexities of advocacy within organizational contexts with integrity.

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

Social Work Blog

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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11 Great Benefits of Being a Social Worker: Making a Positive Impact

Social Work Haven

You asked, what are the benefits of being a social worker? Social work is a profession dedicated to improving the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. It is a field that requires social work practice skills and offers a unique opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on people’s lives.