December, 2024

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The 2025 World Social Work Day Theme & Poster

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

The International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), the International Council of Social Welfare (ICSW), and the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) have jointly announced the theme for the 2025 World Social Work Day: ‘Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing’. This theme underscores the importance of intergenerational care and connections as fundamental to everyone’s well-being and the creation of functional economies and societies.

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Supporting Loved Ones with Substance Use or Mental Health Disorders During the Holidays

Gateway Foundation

The holiday season can be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration, but for those struggling with substance use or mental health disorders, it can also be a difficult and isolating time. If you have a loved one who is facing these struggles, its important to offer support with empathy, understanding, and care. Here are a few ways you can support them during the holidays: Be Present Often, the best thing you can do is simply be there for your loved one.

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Oregon’s “child welfare” agency wants to narrow definitions of abuse – but only when THEY are the abuser!

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

In Oregon, "child welfare" has become a pathetic game of whack-a-mole. Looks like lawmakers are about to take another whack. When a state takes away too many children it becomes a sellers market for providers who institutionalize those children. They can set the terms for how theyre regulated. There are two possible solutions to this: Pander to the providers at the expense of the children or stop taking away so many children needlessly.

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A Christmas Eve Lesson

Children’s Defense Fund

By Marian Wright Edelman On December 24, 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered the message at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta on what would be his last Christmas Eve, titled A Christmas Sermon on Peace. Once again, on this Christmas Eve, I share some of that powerful lesson. In a season when many people sing carols praying for peace on earth, Dr.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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In Supreme Court Case, NASW pushes to improve the status, well-being of transgender, gender diverse, & nonbinary people

Social Work Blog

UPDATE: On December 4, 2024 the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether to uphold a Tennessee law that bans transgender care. A decision is expected in the spring or early summer of 2025. We will update members once a decision has been announced. Background The National Association of Social workers (NASW) partnered with the American Psychological Association (APA), and Kentucky Psychological Association (KPA) to file an amicus brief to the Supreme Court of the United States in the ma

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Eco-friendly gift wrap project

CCRC

As we finish up our personal holiday shopping, all those gifts for friends and family need to be wrapped. But many people dont know that most wrapping paper is not recyclable because its made of multiple materials, like paper and plastic. It takes too much energy to recover the paper fibers, so this material is thrown away. This adds up to about 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper in U.S. landfills each year, according to an article by Green Peace.

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Best Mental Health Charities to Donate to This Holiday Season and Beyond

Nnatasha Tracy

Looking for a meaningful last-minute gift? Discover the top-rated mental health charities that make a real impact. Whether you're honoring someone special or simply want to give back, these organizations are doing incredible work to support mental health and serious mental illness. Learn how your donation can make a difference today.

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Free Mental Health Webinars, December 2024

Social Work.Career

This post is part of the monthly series, Free Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals, featuring 45 free webcasts that we could find for you this month in the field of social work and mental health. To make it easier for you to find a webinar that is of interest to you, they […] The post Free Mental Health Webinars, December 2024 appeared first on SocialWork.Career.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up weeks ending December 3, 2024

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

● Tearing children from their parents because the parents are receiving medication-assisted treatment to control drug addiction doesn’t just impose enormous needless trauma on the children. As The Imprint points out in this two-part series, it also happens to be illegal. But when has the law ever applied to the family police or the family courts? And by the way, I wonder how many of the sanctimonious judges who insist that taking a drug every day to remain healthy is just another form of addicti

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Trauma-informed Care Creates a Path Forward

Shelter, Inc

Children are incredibly resilient, but that resilience can often be tested when they experience trauma. For many young people, the emotional scars of trauma can last a lifetime, affecting their mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. This is especially true for children who have faced extreme circumstances such as abuse, neglect, or loss, often as part of child welfare systems.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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97% of social workers retain right to practise following latest registration renewal round

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Record numbers of social workers have retained their right to practise following the latest registration renewal round, the regulator has reported. Social Work England said 102,888 practitioners renewed their registration following the 2024 renewal period, up from 100,495 last year.

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Intimate Partner Violence: Understanding Motives and Methods of Abusers Helps With Treatment and Prevention Efforts

Social Work Blog

By Andrea Cooper Intimate partner violence remains a persistent scourge in American culture. Its hard to determine how frequently it occurs, given survivors fear of reporting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates roughly 41% of women and 26% of men in the U.S. have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner.

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The 2025 World Social Work Day Theme Announced

International Federation of Social Workers

The International Association of Schools of Social Work, the International Council of Social Welfare and IFSW have jointly announced the 20225 World Social Work Day theme: ‘Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for […]

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Rep. Garcia Has Big Plans for Social Work Caucus

Beyond Advocacy

From left: CRISP Director Charles E. Lewis, Jr, CSWE CEO Dr. Halaevalu Vakalahi, Rep. Barbara Lee, Rep. Sylvia Garcia, NASW CEO Dr. Anthony Estreet.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Family Resource Festival: A Testament to Our Village

Center for Child Protection

On a beautiful, warm November day in Austin, the Center for Child Protection hosted its 3rd annual Family Resource Festival – a vibrant celebration that proved it truly takes a village to create a thriving, supportive community. Held on November 16th, the event provided families with a unique opportunity to connect with local organizations, discover valuable services, and network with one another.

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Using Evidence-Based Clearinghouses

CO4Kids

Back to Blogs Community Blog Child Welfare Blog Using Evidence-Based Clearinghouses Finding the Right Program for Your Community: Why Reinvent the Wheel? Starting a new community program can feel overwhelming. It takes time, planning, and a lot of effort to figure out what will work best. But here’s a tipyou dont need to start from scratch. Evidence-based clearinghouses can guide you with proven solutions, and if you need help tailoring those solutions to your community, an implementation

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Extra £200m for social care in council settlement ‘wholly inadequate’, warn sector heads

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. An extra 200m for social care in next year’s council finance settlement is “wholly inadequate” to tackle additional costs facing adults’ services, sector leaders have warned. The government pledged to increase the social care grant – which is ring-fenced for adults’ and children’s services in England – by 880m, in its provisional local governm

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Terri Friedline’s Research on the Connection Between Race and Financial Services Featured in DBusiness

Michigan Social Work

Professor Terri Friedline’s research on how financial institution locations are influenced by a neighborhood’s racial composition is featured in DBusiness. Friedline’s study analyzed the placement of banks, credit unions and alternative financial services — such as payday lenders — in six Detroit area counties. Her research shows that banks and credit unions tend to withdraw from areas as Black populations grow, whereas alternative financial services target these areas.

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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Prayers in an Advent Season

Children’s Defense Fund

By Marian Wright Edelman In many homes, this is the height of a long-anticipated season of celebrations, surprises, light, and joy. It is also a moment when many people across faiths are taking extra time to consider how they can share joy with others, especially children. Even as millions of people are preparing to celebrate the birth of a poor, homeless child threated by Herods violence whom Christians call Savior, there are fears about new threats to children and young people in our own land.

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Social Work Research and the Political Arena

Beyond Advocacy

If you are planning to arrive in Seattle early for the Society for Social Work and Research annual conference, we invite you to join CRISP, Wellbeing and Equity Innovations (WEI), and the University of Washington School of Social Work for an Innovation Day workshop on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.

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Maximizing Mission-Driven Profits

Social Work Blog

By Sekou “Koe” Murphy, MBA, BBA What are mission-driven profits? It simply means that an organization doesnt generate profits for profits sake, but those profits are generated for a higher ideal. Such as being used to expand services to the needy, invest in its people (e.g., training or pay equity) or provide for a stronger balance sheet so that the company has enough cash/investments to survive the inevitable downturn in its business.

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Social Workers Bring Hope to the Holidays

Swhelper

The time has come for the holiday spirit to infuse almost every part of our lives. Festivity surrounds us, whether at the town square or the local grocery store.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.

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£1bn boost to adult social care funding ‘not enough to cover costs’, warn leaders

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Dedicated funding for adult social care in England will rise by just over £1bn next year, according to government plans. However, this falls far short of the estimated £1.8bn in extra costs facing councils , chiefly driven by rises in employers’ national insurance contributions (NICs) and the national living wage(NLW), the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services has warned.

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IFSW statement on the 2024 International Human Rights Day by Hillary Weaver

International Federation of Social Workers

On December 10th, International Human Rights Day, Hillary Weaver, the IFSW Global Indigenous Commissioner, delivers the Federations Human Rights Day message.

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Loving Library Ambassadors Create Cozy Reading Space for Center Kids

Center for Child Protection

As the season of giving kicks off, two dedicated youth ambassadors from the Loving Library brought warmth and joy to the Center for Child Protection, donating 100-200 books from their recent drive as well as a custom-built bookshelf. During their visit, ambassadors Deven Kancherla, 14, and Yuvraj Desai, 10, not only assembled the bookshelf but also added thoughtful touches like cozy pillows to create an inviting reading nook for children in the Centers play area.

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Film Review—Wicked Part One: The Personal Is the Political

The New Social Worker

At a time when desperately needed, the blended genius that created Wicked: Part One offers the magnificent beauty of hope. Review and commentary by SaraKay Smullens.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Fernanda Cross Receives Career Development Grant

Michigan Social Work

Assistant Professor Fernanda Cross received a K01 Career Development grant from the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities for her project entitled “Enlace Familiar: Combating Mental Health Stigma, Improving Mental Health Literacy, Supporting Mental Health Discussions at Home, and Access to Care among Latinx Adolescents from Mixed Status Families.

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Advancing Supervisory Skills in Responding to Children and Families in Crisis

University of Connecticut

9 am – 12 pm Instructor: Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-II This workshop seeks to help social work supervisors to support staff working with children and families in crisis using various supervision models. Supervisors will learn to guide their staff in assessing the diverse needs, strengths, and limitations of their clients. The workshop will also explore techniques to support staff in ethical practice and effective communication with children, family members and family groups.

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Sevenfold increase in number of children placed in unregistered homes over past three years

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. There has been an almost sevenfold increase in the number of children placed in unregistered homes in England over the past three years, Ofsted data has shown. The number placed in confirmed unregistered children’s homes rose from 147 in 2020-21 to 982 in 2023-24.

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NCCPR in the New York Daily News: Can ACS stand up to foster care panic?

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

In 2011, Joette Katz stepped off the Connecticut Supreme Court to take a far more difficult job: running the state Department of Children and Families, Connecticuts equivalent of the New York City Administration for Childrens Services. Within months, the death of a child known-to-the-system made headlines. As happened at least twice previously, there were calls to tear apart more families, and enormous pressure on Katz to tell her workers to do just that.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.