News Releases

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is outraged that Congress has approved a budget reconciliation bill that will give tax breaks to the rich but makes massive budget cuts to Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and other basic needs programs that help the most vulnerable in our communities afford basic health care, put healthy food on the table, and keep up with the rising cost of rent, transportation, and other necessities.

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The social work community has lost a voice and a true model of the profession’s commitment to social justice and human rights

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NASW supports laws that expand access and equity to gender-affirming care

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NASW also calls for fair and equitable pathways to licensure

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Meeting to give Social Workers inspiration and guidance to navigate troubling political landscape

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NASW thanks lawmakers for legislation to expand mental health services to older adults

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Jordan Steiger, LSW, a fierce advocate for health equity and social justice, will receive the 2025 Emerging Social Work Leader Award by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). 

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Michele Navarro Ishiki, MSW, LCSW, has been named the 2025 Public Citizen of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) for her efforts to provide safe spaces for her community to heal.

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The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) presents the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Georgia J. Anetzberger, Ph.D., ACSW, LISW, for more than 50 years of championing the rights, protection and self-determination of elderly people.

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An NASW member for 26 years, Armstrong is being recognized for his leadership in public mental health, suicide prevention, and health equity.

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