Social Work Blog

APRIL 25, 2022

Kristi Wood says her eyes were opened to the work of NASW when she was a student in the part-time MSW program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. At the national level, Wood has volunteered her time as a member of the Child Welfare Specialty Practice Section committee.

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Social Work Blog

MARCH 31, 2024

April is Alcohol Awareness Month, an invitation to social workers to make conversations about alcohol use part of routine practice—and to make sure they’re armed with the facts. In addition, there is no known safe amount of alcohol use and no safe time to drink during pregnanc y. Government.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

(Chicago) Thanks in large part to a bill signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker, the number of licensed non-independent social workers has increased by 100% since Dec 1, 2021 in Illinois, exceeding the 10,000 mark for the first time. Rubin, MSW, LSW, ACSW, CAE, stated, “This is a monumental success for social work in Illinois.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Thanks in large part to a bill signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker, the number of licensed non-independent social workers has increased by 100 percent since Dec 1, 2021 in Illinois, exceeding the 10,000 mark for the first time. Rubin, MSW, LSW, ACSW, CAE, stated, “This is a monumental success for social work in Illinois.

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University of Connecticut

OCTOBER 2, 2023

At CSWE's 69th Annual Program Meeting, which takes place in Atlanta, GA starting October 26, several School of Social Work faculty and Ph.D. Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Time : 3:45 p.m. - Tyuse, PhD Friday, October 27, 2023 Time : 10:30 a.m. - LMSW Time : 11:00 a.m. - students will offer presentations of their work.

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Social Work Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Article by Diana Ling, MA, Program Manager; and Anna Mangum, MSW, MPH, Senior Health Strategist; Health Behavior Research and Training Institute, Steve Hicks School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin. Drinking during pregnancy is more common than you might think. If you become pregnant, stop drinking alcohol.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 18, 2023

Barth, PhD, MSW, says he knows the need for unanticipated expenditures that may not be very large but are timely and important. In fact, he has donated to several NASW Foundation funds, including the NASW Social Work Pioneers® program, Memorial and Tribute Fund, Annual Fund, and Social Work Public Education.

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University of Connecticut

MARCH 28, 2022

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the School of Social Work is able to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to our BSW, MSW, and Ph.D. This scholarship, created by Mary and her late husband, Raymond, will provide financial support to a student enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work program. students each academic year.

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University of Connecticut

MAY 8, 2023

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the School of Social Work is able to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to our BSW and MSW students each academic year. This scholarship, created by Mary and her late husband, Raymond, will provide financial support to a student enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work program.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

The Advocacy Day is part of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Association Leadership Meeting that is attended by social work leaders from across the country “NASW’s Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill is an opportunity for social workers to share their knowledge, experience and expertise with Congressional lawmakers and their staff.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

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. We are people.

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Social Work Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Yet, Medicare enrollment can be challenging even for long-time beneficiaries and experienced care partners. NASW’s 2020 Medicare OEP blog provided a brief overview of the Medicare program and OEP, along with links to multiple resources that can help you navigate the process for your clients, your family, or yourself.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

It was during this time that I began to understand the profound influence of the social work profession. Their dedication and unwavering commitment have inspired me to pursue further education and attain a master’s degree in social work through a reputable MSW, MSC or MA programme.

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Teaching & Learning in Social Work

MAY 6, 2021

Agata Dera, MSW, is an Associate and Live Support Specialist with the Columbia School of Social Work’s (CSSW) Online Campus, where she works with social work faculty and students in online courses to optimize the digital learning environment. An Ethernet connection is often required for students and faculty in an online program.

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Social Work Synergy

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The University currently offers many interdisciplinary, dual, and collaborative degrees that combine undergraduate, masters’, and doctoral programs. The School of Social Work offers these joint degrees: BA/MSW, MSW/MBA, MSW/MPH, MSW/JD, and MSW/PhD. For me, this is the most exciting part of my dual degree.

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Social Work Synergy

APRIL 7, 2020

Eleven of our MSW students, along with 300 others from across New York State, converged at the Capitol to educate legislators on Nicole’s Law [link] (enhancing suicide prevention services and education) and the Social Work Investment Initiative (student loan forgiveness and parity in reimbursements for social workers).

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Beyond Advocacy

JUNE 29, 2022

One of most rewarding aspects of the work we do at CRISP is encountering so many gifted social workers in all parts of the country who are eager to become change agents and difference makers by working in the policy and political arenas. They are in BSW and MSW programs. No amount is too small.

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Michigan Girl's Café

MARCH 1, 2021

Social work is the only helping profession which requires social justice advocacy as part of its professional code of ethics, and is therefore a large workforce mandated to advance the rights of the most vulnerable in society.

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Social Workers Speak

MARCH 9, 2023

Frank Thewes is a member of NASW-NJ: 5 Times to Avoid Saying the Word “Should” to Your Partner, According to Therapists Best Life If you’re feeling uncared for by your partner, you might be tempted to tell them something along the lines of “you should be more attentive to my needs.”

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Millennial Social Worker

JULY 3, 2020

The Grand Challenges of Social Work is the lead program of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (AASWSW). In the wake of anti-racism protests all over the United States and many parts of the world, on June 26, 2020, the AASWSW announced its 13th Grand Challenge – Eliminate Racism. MSW, and Michael S.

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Social Workers Speak

MAY 18, 2023

Bryan Mares is government relations director for NASW-TX: Texas schools say it’s time to stop tying mental health funding to school safety money KSAT Bryan Mares, government relations director for the Texas chapter of the National Association of Social Workers , agreed. Difficult coworkers happen all the time. They are thrust upon us.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

JULY 25, 2022

Both times, we were treated by the same nurse in the same examining room! But at no point do Dr. Godman and her lawyer co-author, Daniel Pollack, MSW, JD, so much as acknowledge that the kid gloves, anyone-can-have-an-oops treatment is reserved for the white middle class. Off to the emergency room I went again.

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Social Workers Speak

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The New York Times. Albertus Magnus MSW students) will have nine credits that double count toward their undergrad at Albertus Magnus, and then those nine credits will be part of the graduate credits when they come for the master’s program (at Quinnipiac),” Jacobson said. With E.M.D.R., practitioner at the V.A. KIVITV.com.

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Social Workers Speak

AUGUST 5, 2021

As part of a large investment in behavioral health programs benefiting Arkansas, the U of A School of Social Work will be the recipient of a $600,000 grant from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas. This grant is part of a recently announced $5.29 Tampa Bay Times.

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Social Workers Speak

MARCH 9, 2023

Frank Thewes is a member of NASW-NJ: 5 Times to Avoid Saying the Word “Should” to Your Partner, According to Therapists Best Life If you’re feeling uncared for by your partner, you might be tempted to tell them something along the lines of “you should be more attentive to my needs.”

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Social Workers Speak

MAY 18, 2023

Bryan Mares is government relations director for NASW-TX: Texas schools say it’s time to stop tying mental health funding to school safety money KSAT Bryan Mares, government relations director for the Texas chapter of the National Association of Social Workers , agreed. Difficult coworkers happen all the time. They are thrust upon us.

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Social Workers Speak

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Susan Denecke, MSW, LCSW and Out of the Darkness Walk chairperson , said they are meeting at City Hall anytime after 9 a.m. They are not burdened yet with societal norms and boundaries so when the thought and question comes to mind, often it is blurted out without regard to time and place.” The McDonough County Voice.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Researcher : Some social workers engage in research to better understand social issues, evaluate programs, and inform policy development. This includes linking clients with essential services such as food banks, healthcare, unemployment support, and benefit programs like food stamps.

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Social Workers Speak

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

This week, we spotlight the life and work of Dr. Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW, President of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), a Social Work Pioneer! One of the ideas was a pilot program that would put licensed social workers in pediatric offices across the state. Mildred “Mit” Joyner, a Social Work Pioneer.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 9, 2023

However, some social workers may choose to pursue higher-level qualifications, such as a Master of Social Work (MSW). The length of time it takes to become a social worker depends on the type and level of qualification you are looking for. What does a social worker do? How long does it take to become a social worker?

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Social Work Synergy

MARCH 31, 2021

Our Racial Justice Network is a cooperative, pluralist approach to cultivating racial equity in our academic programs, research agendas, administrative policies, and informal culture. What about those who want to serve and have much to contribute, but are unable to meet at the times or work in the ways that others want? Why a Network.

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