After the mass shooting on June 19 at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C., the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) issued a statement saying it would support initiatives to end racism in our nation, enact sensible gun control laws, and improve delivery of mental health. We took some criticism in social media for focusing on all three ... Read More »
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NASW South Carolina Statement on shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church
The National Association of Social Workers, South Carolina Chapter (NASW-SC), extends its heartfelt sympathies to the families and friends of the victims of the massacre at Charleston’s Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. When a hate crime such as this happens in our state, it happens to all of us. Our hearts hurt. Our minds try to fathom what could ... Read More »