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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

National Guard deployment is authoritarian move that threatens democracy

Aug 21, 2025

Trump cut social programs that improve public safety and support families and communities

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NASW Strongly Opposes Trump Executive Order to Forcibly Remove Unhoused People from Public Spaces

Jul 31, 2025

CEO Anthony Estreet: NASW will continue to advocate for humane, just, and effective responses to the intersecting crises of homelessness, addiction an...

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The National Association of Social Workers Supports Equitable Approaches to Payment for Placement in Social Work

Jul 09, 2025

Financial barriers should not stop students from successfully completing their education

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Social Workers: Budget Bill Will Deepen Health, Hunger Crises, Drive Social Workers Away from Profession

Jul 03, 2025

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is outraged that Congress has approved a budget reconciliation bill that will give tax breaks to the...

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