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The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest association of professional social workers. Our members serve all communities and all populations. Here you can find the latest news from NASW. Read Social Work Advocates magazine, news releases and statements; browse past issues of NASW News; learn about Social Work Month activities; get facts about social workers; find social work research and data; or visit one of our blogs.

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News Releases


  • Senator Debbie Stabenow is Recipient of the National Association of Social Workers Foundation Knee/Wittman Outstanding Achievement Award 
    Sep 17, 2024

    Distinguished social worker was key advocate of improved health and mental health care in our nation

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  • Austin, Texas Council Member Vanessa Fuentes is NASW’s 2024 Public Elected Official of the Year
    Sep 17, 2024

    Fuentes has dedicated her career to improving health and quality of life for the most vulnerable citizens 

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  • Peter Buxtun posthumously receives National Association of Social Workers Foundation Knee/Wittman Outstanding Achievement Award
    Sep 17, 2024

    Buxtun was a whistleblower responsible for ending the infamous, racist Tuskegee syphilis experiment

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  • Military Social Worker Dr. Olymphia O’Neale-White is 2024 Recipient of Emerging Social Work Leader Award
    Sep 17, 2024

    O’Neale White is committed to helping others develop careers and training next generation of social workers

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