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Advocacy

  • The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

    The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

    May 9, 2022

    As America faces a mental health crisis, the need for suicide prevention services is more ... Read More »
  • The Roe Act and the Path Forward for our Nation: Hyperlocal Organizing Starting Now

    The Roe Act and the Path Forward for our Nation: Hyperlocal Organizing Starting Now

    May 6, 2022

  • NASW Continues to Advocate for Student Loan Debt Relief

    NASW Continues to Advocate for Student Loan Debt Relief

    May 6, 2022

  • NASW joins amicus brief that helps bring favorable ruling for female employee in case involving harassment, discrimination in federal court

    NASW joins amicus brief that helps bring favorable ruling for female employee in case involving harassment, discrimination in federal court

    April 27, 2022

  • NASW, American Psychological Association filed amicus brief challenging death penalty case of Melissa Lucio

    NASW, American Psychological Association filed amicus brief challenging death penalty case of Melissa Lucio

    April 26, 2022

Social Work Advocates Magazine

  • Help Students Thrive, Heal During a Public Health Crisis

    Help Students Thrive, Heal During a Public Health Crisis

    May 12, 2022

    By Paul R. Pace Social workers can learn how to incorporate safety and connection when ... Read More »
  • Author Aims to Dispel Myths About Dissociative Identity Disorder

    Author Aims to Dispel Myths About Dissociative Identity Disorder

    May 9, 2022

  • NASW member comments on staying sober trend

    NASW member comments on staying sober trend

    May 3, 2022

  • Social Work Pioneers Honored for Blazing Trails

    Social Work Pioneers Honored for Blazing Trails

    April 29, 2022

  • Proud Foster Parent Urges Giving Back to Your Professional Association

    Proud Foster Parent Urges Giving Back to Your Professional Association

    April 25, 2022

  • Retired Social Worker Says Beekeeping Hobby Takes Time and Patience

    Retired Social Worker Says Beekeeping Hobby Takes Time and Patience

    April 20, 2022

  • The Great Resignation and Social Work – The Latest Issue of Social Work Advocates Is Available Online

    The Great Resignation and Social Work – The Latest Issue of Social Work Advocates Is Available Online

    April 18, 2022

  • Do you fear dying?

    Do you fear dying?

    April 12, 2022

  • Immigration Social Work: Big Ideas From Texas

    Immigration Social Work: Big Ideas From Texas

    March 30, 2022

  • One Size Does Not Fit All: Advocating for Young Clients With Developmental Disabilities

    One Size Does Not Fit All: Advocating for Young Clients With Developmental Disabilities

    March 25, 2022

Professional Education and Training

  • Overturning Roe v. Wade will disproportionately affect people of color; Here is what social workers should know

    Overturning Roe v. Wade will disproportionately affect people of color; Here is what social workers should know

    May 6, 2022

    By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA The leaked report of a draft Supreme Court ruling to completely ... Read More »
  • A Worrying Rise in Women’s Drinking:  How Social Workers Can Help

    A Worrying Rise in Women’s Drinking: How Social Workers Can Help

    May 3, 2022

  • April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Resources for Social Workers

    April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Resources for Social Workers

    April 26, 2022

  • April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

    April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

    April 6, 2022

  • Revisions to DSM-5 Coming in March 2022

    Revisions to DSM-5 Coming in March 2022

    March 4, 2022

Press Room

  • Show Pride in the Profession:  Professional Social Worker Pin!

    Show Pride in the Profession: Professional Social Worker Pin!

    April 24, 2022

    The NASW Social Work Pin Program enables social workers to show pride and commitment to ... Read More »
  • Celebrate Your Graduate—Save 30% Off Select Books!

    Celebrate Your Graduate—Save 30% Off Select Books!

    April 1, 2022

  • Relief Organizations Working in Ukraine, Statements from Social Work Groups

    Relief Organizations Working in Ukraine, Statements from Social Work Groups

    March 3, 2022

  • Share why you think The Time is Right for Social Work as we prepare for March 25 Celebration!

    Share why you think The Time is Right for Social Work as we prepare for March 25 Celebration!

    March 1, 2022

  • Celebrate Social Work Month with NASW Press: 20% Off Books and eBooks!

    Celebrate Social Work Month with NASW Press: 20% Off Books and eBooks!

    March 1, 2022

Recent Articles

  • Help Students Thrive, Heal During a Public Health Crisis
  • Experiences and Stressors of Parents of Trans and Gender-Diverse Youth in Clinical Care from Trans Youth CAN!
  • Trauma-Informed Restorative Justice Practices in Schools: An Opportunity for School Social Workers
  • Author Aims to Dispel Myths About Dissociative Identity Disorder
  • The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

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