Fall Issue 2026

SPS Social Work and the Courts: Social Work Response to Emergency Services Should Expand

Emergency responses to social problems include not only domestic violence, mental health crises, and substance use, but also family and neighbor conflicts. Consequently, emergency responses for other types of social problems also need to be considered.

SPS Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs: Multidimensional Approach Needed to Treat People Who Are Homeless

The relationship between chronic homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness is bidirectional, shaped by both structural conditions and behavioral health needs.

SPS Mental Health: Learn Ways to Create an Inclusive Environment for BIPOC Students at Boarding Schools

“Experiences of racial microaggressions, isolation and systemic inequities often lead BIPOC students to experience greater stress, anxiety and depression,” says an article in the SPS Section Connection newsletter for Mental Health.

NASW Urges Support for Rise in Reimbursement Rate

The association continues to advocate for 85% Medicare reimbursement rate for social workers and for making telehealth flexibilities permanent.

Social Workers Play Important Part in Alcohol Screening for Health

More than 40 years of research shows alcohol screening and brief intervention works to reduce risky alcohol use, says an NASW Practice blog post.

Resources Aid Social Workers in Honoring Older Americans

To recognize Older Americans Month, an NASW Tips & Tools resource highlights federal policies and programs that have enhanced the health and well-being of the aging population since 1963.

Chapters Honor Social Workers, Host Advocacy Events During Social Work Month

Learn how some NASW chapters celebrated Social Work Month 2026

Chapter Briefs

Updates from Mississippi, Wisconsin, Connecticut, and Ohio

Two Classes of Social Work Pioneers Welcomed at Special Reception

During NASW's national conference in June, a special event was held to recognize the 2025 and 2026 Pioneer program inductees.

Former Social Work Director Inspired Chapter Leader to Lead

Meet Keith Ekhator, president of the NASW Tennessee Chapter.

Retired Social Work Academic Continues to Serve Chapter

Meet Hugh G. Clark, president of the NASW Florida Chapter.

Author Examines Unfinished Business of Childhood Trauma

Adam McCormick, a social work professor and author of "Healing the Helping Professional," discusses why he wrote the book.

Text Offers Structured Guidance for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care

“Youth aging out of care have specific challenges that make the transition to adulthood more difficult compared to those without long-term experience in care,” says Mary E. Collins, a professor and author of the NASW Press book, "Macro Perspectives on Youth Aging Out Of Foster Care."

Editor's Note

America at 250: Honoring Social Work’s Past; Looking Toward the Future

Social Work Month Features Positive Messages from NASW, Influencers and Others

The 2026 campaign theme was “Social Workers: Uplift. Defend. Transform.”

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Against Conversion Therapy Ban

NASW says the ruling fails to protect LGBTQ+ youth from harmful practice.

NASW Condemns DOJ Indictment of Southern Poverty Law Center

The Trump administration is weaponizng the U.S. Department of Justice against the civil rights organization, NASW said.

Estreet Honored for Mental Health Work

NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, was named a Men's Health Gala honoree for his work in advancing equitable access to mental health resources and shaping policies that support communities across the country.