Mon.Mar 25, 2024

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NASW Proudly Acknowledges Women’s History Month

Social Work Blog

By Yasoda Sharma, PhD, MSW March is recognized as Women’s History Month, with the 2024 United Nations theme being “Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress.” Women worldwide face numerous challenges, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive actions to empower them. Investing in women is the pivotal first step to drive change and accelerate the transition towards a just, safe, and more egalitarian society for all.

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Reminder: Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers

International Federation of Social Workers

All social workers are invited to help create the biggest overview of often-challenging working conditions of social workers around the globe. The survey is open until 31 May 2024.

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Empowering Character and Maturity To Resolve Societal Burnout

The New Social Worker

The essential link between personal development and trustworthy leadership must be pointed out. In families, work settings, in communities, on boards, and in elected office, character and maturity must be selected to address societal burnout.

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New Special Issue Published on the Global Agenda for Social Work and Social Development

International Federation of Social Workers

A special issue of Practice. Social Work in Action dedicated to the Global Agenda for Social Work and Social Development has just been released.

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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Enhancing Connection: Tips to Forge Deeper Bonds

Prosper Health Collective

Hi, I’m Jason Leong, Clinical Psychologist at Prosper Health Collective. In our bustling modern world, where technology connects us in a myriad of ways, genuine connection seems to be an elusive pursuit for many. Despite the constant influx of social media notifications and virtual interactions, a profound sense of connection often remains elusive. However, understanding a few key psychological principles can pave the way for fostering deeper bonds and experiencing genuine connection in our rela

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Truth matters

Reimagining Social Work

I try to tell social work students that they need be aware of the relationship between the big picture of politics and power (the policy settings that influence the way that opportunites and resources are distributed) and the small picture of individual circumstances.

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