The National Association of Social Workers (NASW), including our Louisiana Chapter, along with six other organizations, in November 2023 filed an amicus brief in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Through our brief, NASW opposes the placement of children in adult...
Despite legal victory, Louisiana has appealed ruling by Fifth Court of Appeals
To honor 2016 Social Work Month and the 55th Anniversary of the NASW Code of Ethics, we asked social workers to submit essays on how what the code means in their daily work life.
NASW held a leadership forum in October 2015 to culminate the association’s 60th anniversary, and to discuss ways NASW and its partners can address important issues and initiatives in the social work profession.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released the first federal report on the scientific and medical research behind conversion therapy. “Ending Conversion Therapy: Supporting and Affirming LGBTQ Youth." The report provides a...
The NASW Code of Ethics provides social workers with guidance for maintaining high standards for ethical practice in their work.
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...
An important part of a social worker’s professional responsibility is to manage conflict in a productive manner. Whether advocating for clients, dealing with conflict within organizations, or resolving conflict employment settings or in the delivery of services to...