Video: Can We Live Up to the Social Work Legacy?

Dear Colleagues,

As an early career social worker, I’ve quickly realized that we have a lot of work to accomplish to ensure that our profession survives and thrives and that we can continue to care for the millions of clients who need our services every single day.  Many of my peers have found that low salaries, high educational debt, or safety concerns are a frustrating, but undeniable part of their social work careers. The profession might be losing potential students and experienced social workers due to these workforce issues. At the same time, due to a collapsed economy and healthcare crisis among other reasons, our clients have never needed us more to guide them to needed resources, counsel them on important life decisions, and advocate with them and on their behalf.

I hope you will take a moment to view this video NASW just recorded for you regarding the Dorothy I. Height and Whitney M. Young, Jr. Social Work Reinvestment Act (H.R. 795/ S.686). This legislation is a first step to address all of these workforce challenges and determine the best course of action to strengthen our profession. The bill is important to all social workers, and in this brief video we explain why leaders like Frances Perkins, Dorothy Height, and Whitney Young provide lessons for us to learn from and a legacy we must continue. I hope we can count on our fellow social workers to stand up for our profession as we have always stood up for our clients.

Sincerely,

Elizabeth F. Franklin, MSW
Project Manager & Lobbyist
Social Work Reinvestment
Video: Click here for the written remarks

Send a letter in support of the Dorothy I. Height and Whitney M. Young, Jr. Social Work Reinvestment Act to your Representative TODAY!

Send a letter in support of the Dorothy I. Height and Whitney M. Young, Jr. Social Work Reinvestment Act to your Senators TODAY!

Read the full text of HR 795 and S. 686 or a summary sheet.

Learn more about the Social Work Reinvestment Initiative

www.socialworkreinvestment.org

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