NASW Opposes Repeal of Health Care Law

Jan 18, 2011

NASW strongly supports the new federal health care reform law (PPACA) because it makes vital improvements in health care access, quality and services for millions of Americans with health and behavioral needs. The Association called on congressional leaders to not repeal the new law because it is vital to advance the health and behavioral needs of the nation. Read NASW’s Executive Director Elizabeth J. Clark, PhD, ACSW, MPH letter here.

Have 8 Minutes? Share Your Thoughts on Client Substance Use

Feb 3, 2026

We’re listening! We want to learn about your work with clients on alcohol and other substance use. In just eight minutes, you can help us better train and educate social workers who serve clients at risk for substance-related problems, including substance use...

Recent Child Care Updates

Jan 29, 2026

Since the start of the new year there have been several new developments regarding child care. Childcare has been a consistent conversation among parents, social workers, child advocates, and the childcare workforce because the costs of care are rising. Without affordable child care, some parents leave the workforce, and some spend more than 7% of their income on care while paying for other necessities. Childcare is plagued with long waitlists, low compensation for workers and some rural communities have few options to access care.

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