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          Celebrating Older American Month Special Ethical Considerations When Working with Older Adults Wednesday, May 24, 2017 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM   ET Credit Hours: 1  CEU(s) Presenter: Dawn Hobdy, MSW, LICSW Practicing with high ethical standards requires special consideration when working with older adults. This session will focus on ethical issues that social workers face ... Read More »

We are pleased to announce the winner of the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics 55th Anniversary Essay Contest is Raymond Gonzales. Raymond will receive a selection of Social Work Month merchandise, an award trophy, a 55th Anniversary commemorative edition of the Code of Ethics. Here is his winning entry: Code of Ethics has enabled me to respect ... Read More »

By Paul Pace and Rena Malai, News staff NASW held a daylong leadership forum in October to culminate the association’s 60th anniversary celebration in 2015, and to discuss ways NASW and its partners can address important issues and advance significant initiatives within the social work profession.   The 60th Anniversary Forum, held Oct. 23 in Washington, D.C., also recognized the ... Read More »

By Rena Malai and Paul R. Pace, News staff As NASW celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, the NASW Code of Ethics recognizes its 55th year and two NASW committees celebrate 40 years — the National Committee on Racial and Ethnic Diversity and the National Committee on Women’s Issues. NASW Code of Ethics The NASW Office of Ethics and Professional ... Read More »

Exclusively for Specialty Practice Sections Members March 3, 2015–Using Practical Approaches: Stress Management for Professionals 1.5 CE Credits Offered Presenter: Jessica Holton, MSW, LCSW, LCAS Stress can be defined as a response to a perceived threat, challenge, or change. We live in a high-paced society that focuses on productivity and monetary gain. Our profession can be very fulfilling for many; however, there ... Read More »

Due to increased demand the National Association of Social Workers is extending its ethics consultation days and hours beginning January 5, 2015. NASW’s Office of Ethics and Professional Review answers member’s questions on a variety of ethical issues. Questions can range from “Am I required to provide my client access to their records” to “Under what circumstances am I required ... Read More »

forget your ex NASW 2014 CONFERENCE BREAKOUT SESSSIONS ANNOUNCED NASW has a stellar line-up of breakout sessions for the NASW 2014 Conference. Below is a short list of the 100 sessions that will be offered: ? The Power of Happiness: Positive Psychology and its Implications for Treatment ? Recurring Themes in Ethical Social Work Practice: Essential Resources for Even The ... Read More »

2014 NASW Conference  Social Work: Courage, Hope and Leadership DATES: July 23-26, 2014 LOCATION: Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, DC REGISTRATION FEES: Early Bird  $375 NASW Member $575 Non-Member (January-February 28, 2014) Regular $425 NASW Member  $625 Non-Member (March-July 2014) KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: ROBERT REICH: Economic analyst, professor, and commentator. Reich was Secretary of Labor during the Clinton Administration. Time Magazine ... Read More »

Now Accepting Presentation Proposals for the 2014 NASW National Conference NASW invites submissions of proposals to present at the 2014 NASW National Conference—Social Work: Courage, Hope, and Leadership, which will be held July 23-26, 2014 in Washington, DC. Social workers are leaders of change and strengthen the safety net of society.wholesale nfl jerseys from china To be considered, session proposals ... Read More »

In April, NASW sent a letter to the Boy Scouts of America to end  their decades long policy of excluding openly gay scouts and leaders in their organization. On April 19, BSA announced publicly that the proposal to be considered by the Boy Scouts National Council this May recommends removing the ban on gay scouts, but upholding restrictions against openly ... Read More »