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Social Workers: The Backbone of Reimagined 988 Emergency Crisis Services

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By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. Collaboration Between Federal and State Government and Community Stakeholders. Given that the social work profession is a principal component of that workforce, it is critical that we become fully informed about the implications of the advent of the 988 system for us. Legislation. About The Author.

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Why the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a Big Deal for Social Workers

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There are compelling reasons why social workers should pay close attention. By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. The launch is equally momentous for behavioral health practitioners – especially social workers –who provide direct services to those with serious emotional and substance use disorders.

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NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill 2024

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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. Dr. Jaqueline Wade, LCSW. 1638) Grace F.

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

Social Work Blog

The practice of stripping convicted felons of the right to vote goes back to the beginnings of our nation when the federal government and many states adopted felon disenfranchisement laws based on the idea that voting was a privilege for those who demonstrated “good moral character.” – Breon Wells , CEO The Daniel Initiative.

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Social Work Leaders attend NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

Social Work Blog

Social Work leaders gather for photo in front of the U.S. 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.

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

Social Work Blog

The practice of stripping convicted felons of the right to vote goes back to the beginnings of our nation when the federal government and many states adopted felon disenfranchisement laws based on the idea that voting was a privilege for those who demonstrated “good moral character.” – Breon Wells , CEO The Daniel Initiative.

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Call for Submissions: 101 Things to Do with a Social Work Degree

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

This book aims to showcase social workers’ diverse and impactful roles across various settings. We seek contributions in English from social workers actively practicing or utilizing their social work degrees in traditional or unique settings at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.