Social Work Tech Notes - Beyond Pushing Buttons: Social Workers and the Need To Anticipate the Future of Tech
The New Social Worker
SEPTEMBER 26, 2021
Stephen Cummings writes on technology, revisions to the NASW Code of Ethics, and the future.
School Safety: How Social Workers Can be Helpful and Stay Mentally Strong
Social Work Blog
AUGUST 18, 2022
Early in their careers, social workers learn the concepts of burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious traumatization. But how does self-care play out in real-life scenarios, when new social workers might not get the best supervision or insight into how to handle the stressors that come with the job of being a social worker?
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Giving Back is Part of the Code of Ethics, Board Member Says
Social Work Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2023
“I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to do that and to dedicate some of my leadership skills to the profession.” She notes giving back is part of the social work Code of Ethics. Service is one of the values, she says. Service is something everyone can contribute to.
Ethics Alive! Ethical Responses to Conflict With Our Social Work Colleagues
The New Social Worker
APRIL 10, 2025
How should aggrieved social workers respond when they believe that a colleague has behaved unprofessionally, rudely, or incompetently? The NASW Code of Ethics suggests that we should treat our colleagues with respect.
Social worker talks about importance of self-care in self-published book
Social Work Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Social workers dedicate their lives to helping others, including some of the most vulnerable people in our society. However, research shows members of the social work profession are more likely to experience work-related stress, burnout, and a lower quality of life compared to other professions and the general population.
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NASW Member Voices: ?Can Social Workers Ethically and Legally Keep Clients when they Leave Their Agencies?
Social Work Blog
APRIL 24, 2023
By Daniel Pollack & Kathryn Krase Social workers cannot assume they will stay in their jobs for a long time. Most social workers stay in a job for fewer than five years. Social workers serve a variety of clients, in many capacities, for many different types of employers. Or illegal?
Celebrate Your 2025 Graduate with the Gift of an NASW Press Book
Social Work Blog
APRIL 7, 2025
The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. Moreover, revisions to the Cultural Competence standard provide more explicit guidance to social workers. The 2021 update includes language that addresses the importance of professional self-care.
NASW South Carolina strongly opposes legislation to repeal social work licensure
Social Work Blog
JANUARY 19, 2023
The National Association of Social Workers South Carolina Chapter (NASW-SC) is strongly against the proposed House Bill 3515, also known as the “Entrepreneur Freedom Act.” ” The purpose of this bill is to repeal and do away with licensure for social workers and many other professions in SC.
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NASW Member Voices: ?Can Social Workers Ethically and Legally Keep Clients when they Leave Their Agencies?
Social Work Blog
APRIL 24, 2023
By Daniel Pollack & Kathryn Krase Social workers cannot assume they will stay in their jobs for a long time. Most social workers stay in a job for fewer than five years. Social workers serve a variety of clients, in many capacities, for many different types of employers. Or illegal?
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. The Texas attempt to change the definition of child abuse are in direct opposition of social work values, principles, and our code of ethics. NASW President Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW.
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Ethics Alive! The Ethics of “Compassion and Action” in Social Work
The New Social Worker
MARCH 9, 2025
Compassion is not explicitly mentioned in the NASW Code of Ethics. Still, its essence is embedded in our core values. In a world increasingly marked by disconnection, division, and misunderstanding, the need for compassion and action is vital.
The December 2022 – January 2023 Issue of Social Work Advocates Is Available Online
Social Work Blog
JANUARY 4, 2023
Some of the stories in this issue: When Prisoners Go Home: Preventing Recidivism Among Top Goals for Social Workers. Social workers are instrumental in helping men and women prepare for release and success as they leave prison. Social Worker and Lifelong Swimmer Now Swims With Baby. COVID-19 Year 3.
Courts Matter to Social Workers: A Call for SCOTUS Ethics Reform
Social Work Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Alito’s transgression was compounded by his public disdain of even the thought that SCOTUS should be required to adopt a formal code of ethics ― as evidenced by his bogus insistence that Congress does not have the power to impose mandatory oversight of the on and off the bench conduct of justices.
Mobilizing Social Work’s Vision and Voice through Voting
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. As social workers, we must rise to the urgency of the moment. Protecting the right to vote is synonymous with social work. Getty Images.
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Developing a Personalized Social Media Policy for Social Work Practice
Teaching & Learning in Social Work
JULY 14, 2021
Editor’s Note : This blog post is adapted from the Second Edition of the Social Media Toolkit for Social Work Field Educators. There are many reasons for social workers to have a personalized social media policy – to maintain boundaries, protect privacy and confidentiality, and model professional behavior.
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NASW joined ACLU to get temporary restraining order in Texas transgender child case
Social Work Blog
MARCH 18, 2022
Below is NASW’s statement of interest that was submitted: NASW STATEMENT OF INTEREST: The National Association of Social Workers (NASW), founded in 1955, is the largest association of professional social workers in the United States with 110,000 members in 55 chapters. The court granted the TRO on March 2. 2018-2020). [2]
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From the Journals: Self-Care Insights from COVID-19
Social Work Blog
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Rine, PhD, associate professor, Department of Social Work, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The challenges faced by social workers during the pandemic are far-reaching and unique to each of us. The journal Social Work is a benefit of NASW membership. To read the whole article, please follow this link.
NASW in Texas court case to reinstate injunction that supports transgender youth and their families
Social Work Blog
MARCH 24, 2022
In response, The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Texas Chapter released a statement and NASW’s national office also released a statement in support of transgender youth and their families in accordance with NASW policy statements reflected in Social Work Speaks , 12th ed. The Texas Attorney General Paxton on Feb.
Key Components for Effective Social Work Assignments
Teaching & Learning in Social Work
JANUARY 26, 2023
Photo by Arisa Chattasa on Unsplash As social work educators, we create assignments to give our students opportunities to learn about the profession and develop competencies needed for social practice. Assignments also offer a way to assess if students are growing in their understanding of how to be professional social workers.
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Ethics Alive! The Ethics of “Compassion and Action” in Social Work
The New Social Worker
MARCH 9, 2025
Compassion is not explicitly mentioned in the NASW Code of Ethics. Still, its essence is embedded in our core values. In a world increasingly marked by disconnection, division, and misunderstanding, the need for compassion and action is vital.
LCSW Exam Prep: Clinical Documentation
Therapist Development Center
AUGUST 8, 2022
Even our code of ethics speaks to the importance of clinical documentation. “Social workers should take reasonable steps to ensure that … Continued. This month’s ASWB LMSW and LCSW topic is one that is important well beyond the exam: Clinical Documentation.
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Celebrate Your Graduate—Save 20% on Select NASW Press Books!
Social Work Blog
APRIL 5, 2023
The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. Moreover, revisions to the Cultural Competence standard provide more explicit guidance to social workers. Touching every aspect of life and community, social policy is broad, deep, and constantly changing.
Justin Hodge: Political Social Worker on the Rise
Beyond Advocacy
JUNE 29, 2022
One of most rewarding aspects of the work we do at CRISP is encountering so many gifted social workers in all parts of the country who are eager to become change agents and difference makers by working in the policy and political arenas. Many are young and in the beginning stages of their budding social work careers.
You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?
Social Work Haven
MAY 9, 2023
You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication? This is a very common question a lot of people ask in relation to the role of the social worker in health and social care. Social workers play an important role in promoting the health and wellbeing of people in the community.
You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?
Social Work Haven
MAY 31, 2023
You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – What is the Difference? – Social workers and case managers are both integral parts of the healthcare industry. Who is a social worker? Knowing the distinctions between these roles can aid in determining the ideal career path in human services.
Kevin Nguyen Named 2024 U-M NASW Student of the Year
Michigan Social Work
APRIL 2, 2024
MSW Student Kevin Nguyen has been selected as the 2024 U-M National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Student of the Year. The award ceremony will be held Friday, April 12, 2024, 6-8:30 PM in Lansing, Michigan.
Cassandra Kelly Named 2023 NASW Student of the Year
Michigan Social Work
APRIL 11, 2023
MSW student Cassandra Kelly has been selected as the 2023 University of Michigan National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Student of the Year. Online Award Ceremony Friday, April 14, 2023, 6-8 PM RSVP
Let’s Take Pride Back to its Basics
Social Work Blog
JUNE 2, 2023
This month, and every month, recognize and affirm that you are, in the words of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics, treating every LGBTQIA2S+ person (perhaps including yourself) “in a caring and respectful fashion, mindful of individual differences and cultural and ethnic diversity” (NASW, 2021).
Celebrating Black Change Agents
University of Connecticut
JANUARY 31, 2024
Some social workers seem to forget the purpose of social work, often placing their personal values over professional values." -- Mildred "Mit" Joyner Dorothy Height 1912-2010 Although admitted to Barnard College, was not allowed to attend because the school did not admit African Americans.
All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles
Social Work Haven
DECEMBER 4, 2022
Where can I find social work articles? What are the 4 P’s of social casework? What are the biggest issues in social work right now? What are the 12 challenges of social work? What are the 7 codes of ethics? Social Work in Mental Health Settings” by Kevin J.
Salute Your Graduate with an NASW Press Book Gift
Social Work Blog
APRIL 3, 2024
The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. Moreover, revisions to the Cultural Competence standard provide more explicit guidance to social workers. The 2021 update includes language that addresses the importance of professional self-care.
Brittney Barros Briefs Congress on Foster Care Legislation
Michigan Social Work
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Siblings are the longest relationship of a lifetime and, as social workers, we talk about the importance of human relationships. Those are core values in our [National Association of Social Workers] Code of Ethics and they are core values of mine.".
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Successful Lobbying Requires Building Relationships, Finding Common Ground – Your Social Work Advocates Digital Edition is Now Available
Social Work Blog
MARCH 3, 2022
Social work and NASW have a long history of social and political activism, and all social workers have an ethical responsibility to advocate for clients, per our Code of Ethics. Our second feature article examines social work as it relates to advocating for those with developmental disabilities.
Did you Know that July 24 is International Self-Care Day?
Social Work Blog
JULY 20, 2023
International Self-Care Day is July 24 The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-care as “individuals, families and communities’ promoting and maintaining their own health, preventing disease, and coping with illness and disability, with or without the support of a health worker.”
Did you Know that July 24 is International Self-Care Day?
Social Work Blog
JULY 20, 2023
International Self-Care Day is July 24 The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-care as “individuals, families and communities’ promoting and maintaining their own health, preventing disease, and coping with illness and disability, with or without the support of a health worker.”
Did you Know that July 24 is International Self-Care Day?
Social Work Blog
JULY 20, 2023
International Self-Care Day is July 24 The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-care as “individuals, families and communities’ promoting and maintaining their own health, preventing disease, and coping with illness and disability, with or without the support of a health worker.”
Check Out NASW Press Summer Reads and Earn CEUs Too!
Social Work Blog
JULY 15, 2024
Reamer, was the first ethics casebook, including extensive cases and commentary, written exclusively for social workers. This book’s realistic ethics cases provide a useful tool for discussing ethical dilemmas and ethical decision making. The second edition was published in 2018. Earn CEUs. _
Earn CE Credits for Reading Select NASW Press Books!
Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
The third edition of Ethical Standards in Social Work by Frederic G. Reamer offers the social work profession the only in-depth analysis of the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. The appendix includes challenging ethics cases. CEUs for reading this title.
NASW Press Reads for Practice, Policy, and Principles
Social Work Blog
AUGUST 1, 2023
The American Academy of Social Work and Welfare’s grand challenge to “create social responses to a changing environment” is a call to action for social workers to advocate for environmental justice. Prior to 2020, the field of social work was limited in its adoption of digital practice.
NASW Press Reads for Practice, Policy, and Principles
Social Work Blog
AUGUST 1, 2023
The American Academy of Social Work and Welfare’s grand challenge to “create social responses to a changing environment” is a call to action for social workers to advocate for environmental justice. Prior to 2020, the field of social work was limited in its adoption of digital practice.
Celebrate Your Graduate—Save 30% Off Select Books!
Social Work Blog
APRIL 1, 2022
This book’s realistic ethics cases provide a useful tool for discussing ethical dilemmas and ethical decision making. Following each set of cases, Reamer includes commentary highlighting key ethics concepts and references to relevant standards in the Code of Ethics. You Might Also Be Interested In.
Happy Social Work Month from NASW Press. Enjoy 20% Off Books and eBooks
Social Work Blog
MARCH 4, 2024
Reamer, was the first ethics casebook, including extensive cases and commentary, written exclusively for social workers. This book’s realistic ethics cases provide a useful tool for discussing ethical dilemmas and ethical decision making. The second edition was published in 2018.
Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Nancy A. Humphreys (1938-2019)
University of Connecticut
JANUARY 27, 2022
She initiated a national effort to modernize the social work profession, helping to establish a new vision of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) emphasizing the role of social work in policy and politics. Humphreys Institute for Political Social Work.
Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
University of Connecticut
MAY 2, 2022
We know they make UConn and the School of Social Work stronger. Our support of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month aligns with the mission of our profession and the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
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