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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
💥 Youth in foster care face heightened risks of trafficking due to trauma, housing instability, and systemic gaps in care. Join us! naswinstitute.inreachce.com/details/Info...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Calling all social workers! Join us virtually for the 2026 NASW Virtual Forum, November 4–5. Learn from social work experts and strengthen your skills to drive impact around complex issues in social work. Click then scroll down to register: tinyurl.com/2026-NASW-Vi... #CEUs #ProfessionalDevelopment
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Who Helps the Helpers When They're Hurting? 🎙️ On the latest Social Work Talks, Elisabeth Joy LaMotte interviews Adam McCormick about healing, resilience, authenticity, and sustaining a healthy social work career. 🎧 Listen now. tinyurl.com/mr2b83rr #SocialWork #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealth
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#NASWLive | Voices, Vision, and Action: NCORED Community Engagement Forum is Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. ET. Join us for a timely conversation about racial equity, community engagement, and how social workers can respond to emerging social justice issues. Watch Live www.youtube.com/live/Gg3qGoE...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
As the school year gets into full swing, NASW and the School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) are partnering to support school social workers with practical resources and tools for a successful school year.  www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Sch... www.sswaa.org/back-to-school #Back2School
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#HispanicHeritageMonth begins today, Sept. 15. We celebrate the history, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities and recognize the social workers helping advance equity, strengthen communities and promote culturally responsive practice. #NASW #SocialWork #LatinoCommunity
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Not even her background as a clinical social worker could have prepared Mary Fetchet for the grief that followed her eldest son’s death on 9/11. Today, she helps survivors, victims’ families & communities navigate the long-term impact of tragedy. www.ctinsider.com/news/article... #911
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I#ICYMI It's #FASDAwarenessMonth! As the largest providers of mental and behavioral health services, social workers are especially well positioned to implement alcohol screening, brief intervention & referral to treatment in FASD prevention. tinyurl.com/yjxs2bn3 #FASDNPN #FASD @utaustinsocialwork
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
#WorldSuicidePrevention Day is September 10th and #socialworkers play a vital role in suicide prevention by fostering connection, providing support, and helping people find hope. 💛 If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24/7.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
#BacktoSchool season is underway! It began with a free webinar on emerging tech trends and the legal and ethical challenges facing children, families, and communities online. Watch our free webinar on how social workers can support safer digital environments: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQlW...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
It's #FASDAwarenessMonth! As the largest providers of mental and behavioral health services, social workers are especially well positioned to implement alcohol screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT), an effective tool in FASD prevention. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yjxs2bn3
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Learn to recognize warning signs, assess risk, address ethical and legal duties, employ de-escalation, and provide post-incident support. NASW Members $60 | Future Members $120 | Student Members $15 | Future Student Members $30 naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Info...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
👏🏽#SocialWorkers show up every day to support individuals and families, advance social and economic justice, champion the profession, and elevate the quality of care in the communities they serve. Today, we celebrate you! #SocialWork #LaborDay #NASW
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
This Suicide Prevention Week is a reminder that connection matters. Social workers help individuals, families and communities recognize warning signs, find support and strengthen pathways to hope. #NASW #SuicidePreventionWeek #SuicidePrevention #SocialWork
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
#NASW encourages social workers to make sure they are ready to vote. National Voter Registration Day is on September 15, 2026. Check or update your voter registration using NASW’s VOTE411page. www.vote411.org/nasw  #PleaseShare #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VoteReady #SocialWorkersVote
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
The Hamptons is synonymous with wealth, but social worker Marit Molin saw families struggling to put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads. She founded Hamptons Community Outreach to help. www.townandcountrymag.com/society/mone... #NASW #SocialWork
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Young people deserve fairness, dignity, and protection of their rights in legal settings. #NASW joined an amicus brief supporting juvenile rights and recognizing the importance of developmentally appropriate legal protections. Learn more:https://tinyurl.com/3zf4hdvj
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Someone needs to hear this today. ❤️ NASW CEO Dr. Anthony Estreet says the most powerful suicide-prevention tool isn't technology but human connection. AI can direct people to resources, but it can't replace clinicians' empathy & clinical judgment. www.forbes.com/health/mind/... #SuicidePrevention
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Our colleagues in #Guam need us right now. Typhoon Bavi has left social workers without clean water, power, and essential supplies, but they're still showing up for their communities. Please give what you can. Share this post so we can reach more people, fast. ⬇️ tinyurl.com/s4p87ahh #SocialWorkers
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Grow your skills with 1,000+ continuing education courses in the NASW CE Institute. NASW members receive exclusive discounts. Learn more: www.socialworkers.org/Careers/Cont... #ContinuingEducation #SocialWork #ProfessionalDevelopment #NASW
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Why NC A&T’s $16.9M NIH investment in health-disparities research matters to social workers. Health inequities require research, community engagement, and professionals advancing health equity. Learn how this helps disparities & why it matters tinyurl.com/nhhhtfc6 #NASW #HealthEquity #SocialJustice
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Social work is a profession. Help protect the future of social work education and strengthen the profession. Take action: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Leg... #SocialWork #Advocacy #HigherEducation #NASW
Social work is a profession. Help protect the future of social work education and strengthen the profession. Take action: https://www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Legislative-Alerts?vvsrc=%2fcampaigns%2f137176%2frespond
#SocialWork #Advocacy #HigherEducation #NASW
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Our colleagues in Guam need us right now. #TyphoonBavi has left #SocialWorkers without clean water, power, and essential supplies, but they're still showing up for their communities. Please give what U can so we can reach more people, fast. ⬇️ tinyurl.com/s4p87ahh #NASW #Guam #DisasterRelief #Share
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Grow your skills with 1,000+ continuing education courses in the NASW CE Institute. NASW members receive exclusive discounts. Learn more: www.socialworkers.org/Careers/Cont...
Grow your skills with 1,000+ continuing education courses in the NASW CE Institute. NASW members receive exclusive discounts. Learn more: https://www.socialworkers.org/Careers/Continuing-Education/NASW-CE-Institute
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Meet #NASW President Dr. Karen Bullock and learn about her vision for strengthening the social work profession through advocacy and collaboration. Read more: www.socialworkers.org/About/Board-...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
NEW DATE: FREE webinar! Laura Bradbury, LCSW, PhD explores the complexities of grief after an overdose death and shares practical tools for supporting those navigating this often misunderstood loss. Earn 1 CEU. Use QR Code to register #SocialWork #MentalHealth
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
160 social workers. 37 states. 186 meetings on Capitol Hill during #NASW2026. Together, we’re advocating for policies that strengthen social work and improve communities. Learn more: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/NAS... #SocialWork #Advocacy #MentalHealth #NASW #Policy
160 social workers. 37 states. 186 meetings on Capitol Hill. Together, we’re advocating for policies that strengthen social work and improve communities. Learn more: https://www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/NASW-Advocacy-Day
#SocialWork #Advocacy #MentalHealth #NASW #Policy
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🎙️ New #SocialWorkTalks Podcast episode: As sports betting & online gambling grow, so does the risk of gambling disorder. Learn how social workers can identify warning signs & support recovery with evidence based care. 🎧 Listen: www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-... #SocialWork #MentalHealth
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Need guidance on a legal or ethical question? #NASW members have access to the LDF Helpdesk for support with common legal concerns. Learn more: www.socialworkers.org/About/Legal/... #SocialWork #ProfessionalPractice #Ethics #NASWMember
Need guidance on a legal or ethical question? #NASW members have access to the LDF Helpdesk for support with common legal concerns. Learn more: https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Legal/Legal-Defense-Fund/Legal-Consultations
#SocialWork #ProfessionalPractice #Ethics #NASWMember
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
🎒 As children and youth head back to school, join us Aug. 6 for a conversation on preventing online harms, including cyberbullying, online exploitation, and digital safety challenges. Hear from experts on how social workers can support youth, families, and #DigitalSafety #NASWLive #SocialWork
Promotional banner for NASW Live webinar "What Social Workers Need to Know: Preventing Online Harms to Children and Youth," showing a child with headphones using a tablet with a red "WARNING" overlay; event August 6, 7–8 pm ET, watch live on Facebook and YouTube.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Today marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Social workers continue to champion accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for people with disabilities while advancing disability rights for all. #ADA #DisabilityRights #Accessibility #SocialWork
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
A conference highlight! 🎉 At #NASW2026, the NASW Foundation honored both the 2025 & 2026 classes of NASW Social Work Pioneers®, recognizing leaders whose work continues to shape the profession. Read more: www.socialworkblog.org/naswfoundati... #SocialWork #NASWFoundation #Leadership
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Today is International Self-Care Day! Social workers spend every day supporting others, but your well-being matters, too. It’s even built into our code of ethics. Make time to rest, recharge & prioritize your mental health. Find NASW resources: www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Inf... #SelfCareDay
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Today, on Nelson Mandela International Day, we honor the legacy of justice, dignity, and human rights. We also recognize #NASW #SocialWorkPioneer Ron Dellums for his leadership in the movement to help secure Nelson Mandela's freedom. #MandelaDay #NelsonMandela #SocialWork #HumanRights #PrisonReform
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
PSLF is protected. #NASW applauds a federal court decision preserving Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible social workers and other public service professionals. Learn more: www.socialworkers.org/News/News-Re... #PSLF #SocialWork #NASW
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Can anime help strengthen engagement with teens? In this episode of #NASW #SocialWorkTalks, Jermaine Wall discusses how digital media can help inform assessment, treatment planning & conversations with adolescents. 🎧 Listen now: tinyurl.com/487aw485 Our Show Notes include additional resources.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
New foster care policies are reshaping child welfare and social workers need to know what's changing. Explore this new resource covering the latest federal child welfare updates, foster care policy, ACF leadership & congressional action. Read more: www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Tip... #FosterCare
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
📢 Exciting Update! The NASW National Board has approved a name change for one of our Specialty Practice Sections. The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs section is now Substance Use Disorders and Other Addictive Behaviors (SUDAB)! The name better reflects the full breadth of contemporary social work.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The #NASW Foundation has awarded $73,000 to future leaders of #SocialWork who are committed to serving underserved communities and advancing equity. Learn more about them and how you can support scholarships at naswfoundation.org. #SocialWork #MSW #Scholarships #SocialWorkers #MentalHealthAdvocacy
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
July is Disability Pride Month. 💙 #NASW celebrates the contributions of people with disabilities and reaffirms our commitment to accessibility, inclusion, equity, and disability justice. Together, we can help build communities where everyone belongs. #DisabilityPrideMonth #SocialWork
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Everyone deserves equitable access to quality mental health care. Social workers are committed to advancing culturally responsive care, reducing disparities, and advocating for healthier communities. More: www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Hea...
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🎉 Big news, Alaska! HB 110, the Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact, has been signed into law, making Alaska the newest state to join the Social Work Compact. Implementation is expected to take about ayear & #NASW-Alaska will share updates along the way. #SocialWork #NASWAK #SocialWorkCompact
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🎉 BIG WIN! A significant victory for #SocialWork and #HigherEducation. The 11th Circuit upheld an injunction blocking key higher education provisions of Florida's Stop WOKE Act, allowing schools of social work to continue teaching critical topics related to diversity, equity & inclusion. #NASW
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🚨 Social work students are caught in student loan limbo! The Dept of Ed's RISE Rule caps SW graduate loans at $20.5K/yr, while other healthcare fields get up to $50K/yr. NASW is fighting for a permanent legislative fix. Tell Congress: Social work IS a profession! 👉 Take action: tinyurl.com/ytda4uhx
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Win for social workers! ⚖️A federal court has struck down an unlawful rule that threatened to restrict Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for non-profit workers. As a co-plaintiff in the lawsuit, NASW celebrates this victory: tinyurl.com/jsbu52vu
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
#NASW applauds the #SCOTUS ruling on #birthright citizenship, which is a victory for child welfare, social justice and human rights. Read our statement to learn how #SocialWorkers can continue to advocate against such harmful legal challenges: tinyurl.com/4474rttj
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We want your feedback! Review the draft NASW Practice Standards for Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) & share your comments by July 12, 2026. Membership nor a social work degree is required to participate. www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Sch... #SocialWork #NASW #LTSS #PracticeStandards #Aging
We want your feedback! Review the draft NASW Practice Standards for Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) and share your comments by July 12, 2026. Open to everyone. NASW membership is not required.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Register for a FREE live webinar sponsored by the Opioid Response Network exploring the complex grief that follows overdose loss. Earn 1 CEU. Scan the QR code or register here naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Info... #SocialWork #GriefSupport #OverdosePrevention #OpioidResponse #MentalHealth
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
The Social Work Interstate Licensing Compact is Progressing! Here is an important update.
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NASW @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
📢 Clinical Social Workers: CAQH is now DataSpring! The provider credentialing platform has officially rebranded as DataSpring, powered by CAQH. Here is information you need to know: tinyurl.com/59ebm7ed
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