Social Work Practice

Standards for Technology in Social Work Practice Q&A

Standards for Technology in Social Work Practice Q&A

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and three other social work organizations today released new Standards for Technology in Social Work Practice. The standards were created after two years of discussion and research. Here are some commonly asked...

4 Reasons to Pursue a Master’s in Social Work

4 Reasons to Pursue a Master’s in Social Work

Whether you are a college student, recent graduate, or currently employed, a master's in social work (MSW) can help boost your career. Here are four reasons why. 1. Advocate for underserved populations. Social workers get to advocate for the most marginalized and...

Dawn Hobdy on Ethics, Technology and Older Adults

Dawn Hobdy on Ethics, Technology and Older Adults

The revolution of digital technology has “changed the way social workers practice with, and on behalf of,  older adults and has enhanced the connection between older adults, caregivers, providers, and the community,” explains Dawn Hobdy, MSW, LICSW, Director of the...

Age Out Loud During Older Americans Month

Age Out Loud During Older Americans Month

Posted May 5, 2017 NASW invites social workers to join and promote the celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). Established in 1963 and coordinated by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM celebrates the contributions older adults make to society. The...

Webinars focus on cultural competence standards

Webinars focus on cultural competence standards

By Paul R. Pace, News staff We live in a time of considerable tensions related to differences of all kinds, says Carol Bonner, chairwoman of the NASW National Committee on Racial and Ethnic Diversity, or NCORED. “It is the responsibility, as social workers, to lead at...