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NASW President: Association stands in solidarity with transgender people in aftermath of Texas directive

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A message from National Association of Social Workers (NASW) President Mildred “Mit” Joyner. NASW President Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW. The Texas attempt to change the definition of child abuse are in direct opposition of social work values, principles, and our code of ethics.

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Let’s Take Pride Back to its Basics

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By Cassie Brown, MSW, LCSW PRIDE (noun): 1) a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired 2) consciousness of one’s own dignity. June is Pride Month. This is Pride, everyone!

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Olivia Knox is policy assistant for NASW-NYS: Report: Low salary contributes to NY social workers leaving field WAER A new report shows social workers are not being paid equal to similar professions. Many feel this is one piece of a larger puzzle contributing to social workers leaving the field.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Olivia Knox is policy assistant for NASW-NYS: Report: Low salary contributes to NY social workers leaving field WAER A new report shows social workers are not being paid equal to similar professions. Many feel this is one piece of a larger puzzle contributing to social workers leaving the field.