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NASW Member Voices: The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative

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Because Senate leadership felt DRA should be more closely aligned with the broader voting rights advocacy movement, they decided DRA should be carved out as a standalone bill. About The Author Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA, is the retired Senior Policy Advisor for the National Association of Social Workers.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

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2345) of 2017 and subsequently adopted into the law in 2020 via National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, the 988 crisis line seeks to meet the growing demand for crisis intervention services and eliminate stigma against those seeking mental health support. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. 2021, December 9). Vibrant and 988. Prepared by.

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Micro, Mezzo & Macro Social Work

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This can include roles that support larger systemic change through advocacy and policy in order to better support communities. Micro Social Work is direct-practice work in which a social worker meets with individuals, families, and small groups to support their treatment needs and improve their quality of life. Macro Social Work.

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The Democracy Restoration Act is a Civil and Voting Rights Imperative | NASW Member Voices

Social Work Blog

Because Senate leadership felt DRA should be more closely aligned with the broader voting rights advocacy movement, they decided DRA should be carved out as a standalone bill. About The Author Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA, is the retired Senior Policy Advisor for the National Association of Social Workers.

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Micro, Mezzo & Macro Social Work

Social Work Bubble

This can include roles that support larger systemic change through advocacy and policy in order to better support communities. Micro Social Work Micro Social Work is direct-practice work in which a social worker meets with individuals, families, and small groups to support their treatment needs and improve their quality of life.

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News Items – December 8, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Melina Brann is director of policy and advocacy for NASW-MI: Shirkey’s long sought-after mental health legislation defeated in bipartisan vote. Melina Brann is director of policy and advocacy with the National Association of Social Workers’ Michigan chapter , which also opposed the bills. Michigan Live. View on Youtube.]. New Day Post.

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Meet the Author: SaraKay Smullens explains why Second Edition of Burnout and Self-Care in Social Work was desperately needed

Social Workers Speak

Part of this selection must include committing ourselves to working for and fighting for the adoption of the Social Determinants of Health – a “must” self and societal care priority. – along with necessary attitudes and understanding to protect us – a grave necessity.