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Remembering Unsung Black Social Work Pioneer Lester Blackwell Granger

Social Work Blog

NASW Social Work Pioneer Lester Blackwell Granger (third from right) pushed to integrate the U.S. military after World War II. That is also true of social workers of color. Lester Blackwell Granger is one such historical figure, a social worker few people know about who should enjoy wider acclaim. Source: U.S.

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Veterans Service Organizations: How to Expand Your Services

Famcare

According to Department of Veterans Affairs estimates, there are more than a hundred registered veteran service organizations in the United States. These social service organizations have assisted numerous former veterans and their families by providing services to this distinguished group.

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Members in the News – September 12, 2023

Social Workers Speak

My caseload is very high, so it takes me longer to get back to phone calls with my clients, and they’re also waiting longer for services,” said Cherrish Vick, a family services case worker at the Prince George’s County Department of Social Services. Marylanders said the opportunity means everything.

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News Items – July 22, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Social Work Students Decry SSA’s New Name After Crown Family Donation. To think that our social work school would be named after a family that profits off of the military-industrial complex just felt very hypocritical,” Bovat says. In These Times. When she finds out James Crown is director of the board for General Dynamics Corp.,

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News Item – July 15, 2021

Social Workers Speak

“As a therapist, but more importantly a mom, if something happens to any child, we need mental health services readily available to support the child and the family until the case finishes the Department of Social Services process, the law enforcement process, and the court process,” Rochelle said.

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International Conference for Social Work Students

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

How can social work researchers, program developers lead in engaging community and influencing social policy? Social Action Projects that aim to increase awareness on human rights. It might include videos on performed activities, social service projects, and etc. Inequality, Poverty, and Social Welfare Policy.

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Solidarity and Support with Ukrainian Social Work Educators from the Schools of Social Work

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Due to military attacks from the ground and air, over 15 million people have already been forced to leave their homes and have become internally displaced or refugees in other countries. Ordinary life has become one of destruction and devastation of homes, infrastructure, and the entire living environment.

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