By Mel Wilson, NASW Senior Policy Advisor Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old mother and Woodside Township, IL resident, called 911 on July 6 to report a home invasion. When the police arrived, Sonya remained calm and in control. Even when the law officers suddenly changed...
Her death underscores need for major policing reforms
By Mel Wilson, NASW Senior Policy Advisor The Nebraska legislature recently restored the voting rights of 7,000 people with felony convictions who have already completed their full sentences. However, two days before the law (Legislative Bill 20) was set to go into...
Administration must continue its commitment to comprehensive immigration reform
Floyd’s murder spurred social workers to engage in advocacy to end structural racism, but more work must be done
Journey toward equitable education is incomplete, but NASW is committed to policies that bring justice, equity
Law will less recidivism and improve quality of life of people who were formerly incarcerated
Law would impact not only immigrants but all Texans, creating an environment of fear and mistrust