Contributors

Blueprint of Public Policy Priorities for the 119th Congress, 2025-2026

Decorative Blue Bar

Thanks to the following NASW staff for reviewing and contributing to the Blueprint:

  • Barbara Bedney, PhD, MSW, Chief of Programs
  • Mirean Coleman, MSW, LICSW, CT, Director of Clinical Practice
  • April Ferguson, LCSW-C, Senior Practice Associate
  • Chris Herman, MSW, LICSW, Senior Practice Associate
  • Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, Senior Practice Associate
  • Joshua Klapperick, MSW, Senior Digital Content Strategist
  • Christina Lorelli, MS, Senior Administrative Specialist
  • Martha Rothblum, Creative Arts Manager
  • Makeba Royall, LCSW, Senior Practice Associate

Special thanks also to NASW Chapter Executive Directors and Government Relations staff for their review and tireless efforts on behalf of these priorities.