NASW Blogs


NASW blogs educate the public about the services social workers provide, keep members and the social work profession informed about association activities, and help social workers interact with the media.


Social Work Blog

Social Work Blog keeps social workers updated on NASW's activities, including advocacy, continuing education and related news.

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Federal Court Overturns New Congressional Redistricting Map in Texas – An Overview

A federal court on Nov. 17 rejected a redistricting map submitted by Texas. The Congressional map was a rare mid-cycle redistricting plan completed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott at the urging of the Trump administration.

Social Work Advocates Magazine: Call for ‘Viewpoints’ Article Submissions

Social Work Advocates is accepting submissions for the magazine’s Viewpoints section, which helps readers understand developments in the social work profession, why they are important, and how to get involved.


Help Starts Here

Help Starts Here is our consumer-facing blog where we share recommendations and resources to help people with challenges they're facing. This blog also explains the valuable services that social workers provide and how to find a social worker.

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Queer People Should Have Queer Friendships

Last year, the Trevor Project’s U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People showed the link between anti-LGBTQ+ victimization and disproportionately high rates of suicide risk.

Schools Can Provide Great Therapy Options

According to a recent study by the University of Texas at Arlington and Virginia Commonwealth University, more than 95% of public schools in the United States report providing some form of mental healthcare to students.


Social Workers Speak

This award-winning blog highlights how social workers and social work are portrayed in the news, on television, and in film.

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NASW Social Work Talks 

Our podcast explores topics that social workers care about with social work practitioners and experts.

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