This message was sent to ##Email## February 21, 2019     Home  |   About  |   Membership  |   Advocacy  |   Practice    Archive  |   Advertise    TOP STORIES NASW Podcast Series Talks Teens and Technology Find out how teens are using technology, specifically gaming and social media, in this two-part NASW Social Works Talks podcast series. Teens and Video Games Mike Langlois, MSW, LICSW, author of "Reset: Video Games & Psychotherapy,” is a gamer-affirmative therapist whose work focuses on gaming, social media, and the impact of social networks on relationships. Langlois encourages us to change our perspective of gaming and to understand that it can be very social in nature. Teens and Social Media Sean Erreger, LCSW, MSW, a clinical case manager for children and adolescents at risk of inpatient psychiatric hospitalization and/or out of home placement, suggests that social workers who work with teens should consider understanding the social media their clients use could be part of cultural competency. New York State Bans Conversion Therapy for Minors On January 15, the New York State Legislature passed A.576/S.1046, legislation prohibiting licensed mental health professionals from engaging in efforts to change a minor’s sexual orientation. New York now joins 14 states and Washington D.C. in passing laws prohibiting the use of conversion therapy on minors. The NASW New York State chapter advocated for banning the practice and made multiple media appearances to raise awareness of the dangers of so-called “conversion therapy.” SAVE THE DATE Virtual Ethics Round Table for Faculty and Students Tuesday, March 26, 2019 |2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET NASW’s Office of Ethics and Professional Review is hosting a free Virtual Ethics Round Table on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET. During the live online broadcast, faculty, student, and field instructor panelists will examine the implications of the recent technology-focused revisions to the NASW Code of Ethics, as well as other current issues. Registered participants can apply for 1.5 hours of social work ethics continuing education credit. Stay tuned for updates and registration information.    SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by The University of Utah A Lineup of Gaps in Eyewitness Identification Manning Up for Mental Health Uncharted Therapy Stability, Support, and Success for People Experiencing Homelessness Thinking About Earning Your PhD in Social Work?   Add the Social Work Month "Facebook Frame" to Your Profile Picture In just a few quick steps, you can add NASW’s “Elevate Social Work” Facebook frame to your Facebook profile picture. The frame is a fun way to celebrate Social Work Month and promote our profession to the public. The frame is available through March 31, 2019. Access more Social Work Month tools to help educate and to spotlight our profession. Wall Sprouts Basil Planter Kit NEW ITEM Social Work Month 2019 Bring your herb garden to work. This indoor basil planter set features a magnetic pot that quickly attaches to vertical metal surfaces like your filing cabinet. Use the suction cups to attach the pot to your office window. Set includes indoor planter, basil seed packet, peat pellets, three attached magnets, and two optional suction cups. $7.99. Bulk pricing available. www.jimcolemanstore.com/sw    MYNASW MEMBER COMMUNITY — HOT TOPICS Help With MSW Health Specialty Practicum Resume With 22 Years’ Experience Emotional Support Dog Counseling Skills Training The MyNASW online community is open to NASW members only and is free to join. Ask your colleagues questions, find mentors, exchange useful resources, and rally around your passion—social work. .  PRODUCT SHOWCASE The Institute for Clinical Social Work Master's and PhD Programs with a Clinical Focus Accepting Applications for Fall 2018! MORE    NASW RESEARCH LIBRARY Quickly search by key words to find evidence-based research and client education, assessment tools, practice guidelines, and more at the NASW Research Library. Filter your results by type of source (academic journals, books, conference materials, reports, etc.), name of publication, publisher, university, language, and more. Use your NASW username and password to log in to the library. Keyword Search: “children, gaming, social media” Document: How and why parents guide the media use of young children Authors: Nikken, Peter; Schols, Marjon Source: Journal of Child & Family Studies. November 2015, Vol. 24 Issue 11, p3423-3435. 13p. Document: Bidirectional effects of Internet-specific parenting practices and compulsive social media and Internet game use Authors: Koning, Ina M.; Peeters, Margot; Finkenauer, Catrin; Van Den Eijnden, Regina Source: Journal of Behavioral Addictions. Vol. 7 Issue 3, p624-632. 9p. Document: The impact of heavy and disordered use of games and social media on adolescents' psychological, social and school functioning Authors: Van Den Eijnden, Regina; Koning, Ina; Doornwaard, Suzan; Van Gurp, Femke; Bogt, Tom Ter Source: Journal of Behavioral Addictions. September 2018, Vol. 7 Issue 3, p697. 10p. Document: Young people's awareness of the timing and placement of gambling advertising on traditional and social media platforms: A study of 11-16-year-olds in Australia Authors: Thomas, Samantha L. Bestman, Amy; Pitt, Hannah; Cassidy, Rebecca; McCarthy, Simone; Nyemcsok, Christian; Cowlishaw, Sean; Daube, Mike Source: Harm Reduction Journal. October 19, 2018, Vol. 15 Issue 1 Access Documents: Log in to the NASW Research Library and enter the title of the article or key words in the NASW Research Library search box. .  SPONSORED VIDEO Level up your career Promoted by Baylor University School of Social Work The Diana R. Garland School of Social Work is one of the nation’s leading graduate programs with research and curricula focusing on topics from international social work to trauma response. The School offers a BSW; an MSW (Waco/Houston, online), three joint-degrees: MSW/MBA, MSW/MDiv, MSW/MTS; and an online PhD. Apply today!    ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS February 21 How to Legally and Ethically Build Up Your Fortune by Profiting From Special Tax Laws Educational Webinar Hosted & Presented by Taxbot Webinar available at 10 a.m. ET, 1:00 p.m. ET, 3:00 p.m. ET Learn how to lower your taxes to the legal limit to have more cash to grow your business, pay off loans, save for retirement, and more. This webinar is geared for small business owners. March Social Work Month March is National Professional Social Work Month. This year’s “Elevate Social Work” campaign honors the contributions of social workers and puts the spotlight on social work salaries. Access the 2019 Social Work Month toolkit. March 5 Applications Due for NASW Foundation Scholarships and Fellowships Apply for fellowships in health care and scholarships involving work with African American communities and with American Indian and Latino populations. March 20 Private Practice Q&A Call-in Session – What to Do in the Event Your Records are Hacked Call-in session is free, available to NASW members only, and starts at 12 p.m. ET. No registration is required. March 26 SAVE THE DATE Virtual Ethics Round Table for Faculty and Students Tuesday, March 26, 2019 |2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET Join us for a live broadcast of a dynamic discussion among panelists and a small live audience on the technology-related revisions to the NASW Code of Ethics and their implications for academia. Webinar is hosted by NASW’s Office of Ethics and Professional Review. April 1 Manuscripts Due for Children & Schools “Free, Feasible, and Valid Measurement Tools for School Social Workers” Issue Help school social workers more easily engage in evidence-based practice. Submit papers on free, feasible, and valid measurement tools by April 1, 2019. .  PRODUCT SHOWCASE Your Year. Your Career. Make 2019 your year and advance your career with a Master of Social Work degree from UNE Online. CSWE Accredited, 100% Online. Learn more. EMAIL TIP Make Sure MemberLink Doesn't Get Junked Sometimes, an email message that you wish to receive is incorrectly judged as spam by your ISP or email program and sent to your junk folder. To ensure that MemberLink arrives safely in your inbox, add nasw@multibriefs.com (the sending email address) to your email program's safe sender list. If MemberLink is being sent to your work email address, ask your organization's Information Technology department to whitelist nasw@multibriefs.com. Learn how to add nasw@multibriefs.com to your safe sender list so MemberLink emails get to your inbox. Advertisement 10 Surprising Careers with an MSSW! Abilene Christian University The Abilene Christian University School of Social Work is ranked as the 3rd best value accredited, Christian Social Work program. The School offers a 38-hour Advanced Standing MSSW, a 64-hour Traditional MSSW, and an optional Certificate in Social Services Administration with seamless MSSW integration. The ACU School of Social Work is internationally recognized for faculty and student research, with over 18,000 published MSSW thesis downloads in more than 170 countries. Our alumni have stepped outside the bounds of traditional social work and into many surprising career opportunities. To discover our list of 10 surprising careers for MSSW grads, click here. Promoted by Abilene Christian University .  SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT    SOCIAL WORK MONTH RESOURCES Social Work Month kicks off March 1. The 2019 theme – Elevate Social Work – honors the contributions of social workers and calls for increased salaries for social workers. Prepare now for the month-long spotlight on our profession. Understand key aspects and goals of the 2019 Social Work Month campaign. Sign this year’s Social Work Month proclamation. Quote facts from the Elevate Social Work infographic to support pay increases for social workers. Change your social media profile pictures to the Elevate Social Work logo. Customize this prewritten “letter to the editor” on our profession and notable social workers, and send it to your local newspaper. Personalize and issue this prewritten press release on ways social workers empower others. Treat staff, colleagues, friends and family, and yourself to Elevate Social Work merchandise.    MEMBER BENEFITS Now Accepting Applications for NASW Foundation Scholarships and Fellowships The NASW Foundation offers scholarships and fellowships to assist students pursuing a variety of social work specialties. Apply now for fellowships in health care and scholarships involving work with African American communities and with American Indian and Latino populations. Applications are due by March 5, 2019. Learn more: NASW Foundation Scholarships and Fellowships 2018-2019 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipient Bios Questions? Email naswfoundation@socialworkers.org. Search Social Work Job Listings NASW Career Center Visit the online NASW Career Center to search national job listings and find professional development resources to help you at every stage of your career. Employers can also use the Career Center to find and recruit qualified, credentialed, and licensed social workers from across the country. .  PRODUCT SHOWCASE UTArlington School of Social Work The School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington is nationally ranked in the top 14% of social work programs. With internationally renowned faculty members conducting research and clinical practice, we prepare our students to be leaders addressing the challenges of a 21st century world. Celebrating 50 years and with a strong reputation, our more than 10,000 alumni are leaders in government, military, community and private organizations around the world helping to create a just society. Read more Network, Connect, Learn & Grow Don’t miss CSH Summit 2019, April 30 - May 2, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Leaders from several professional fields will activate cross-sector collaboration and partnerships, connecting the dots with supportive housing. If you register now, you receive an early-bird discount. This is one of the best national networking opportunities of the year.    SOCIAL WORK ISSUES IN THE NEWS How a Federal Free Meal Program Affected School Poverty Statistics The Hechinger Report In 2014, schools had a new way to give students free breakfast and lunch, paid for by Uncle Sam. Instead of asking low-income families to apply for the meals, a school district could opt to give everyone free food if at least 40 percent of the student population was already on other forms of public assistance or fell into a needy category, such as being homeless or in foster care.  READ MORE US Agency Tightens Immigration Rules to Spotlight Child Marriage NPR The Department of Homeland Security has announced new guidelines to track child marriages among immigrants in the United States. While debates on immigration have focused on national security, and President Donald Trump's determination to build a wall along the southern border has resulted in a national emergency declaration, the new rules address a far lesser known immigration issue.  READ MORE New York City to Ban Discrimination Based on Hair The New York Times Under new guidelines to be released by the New York City Commission on Human Rights, the targeting of people based on their hair or hairstyle, at work, school or in public spaces, will now be considered racial discrimination. The change in law applies to anyone in New York City but is aimed at remedying the disparate treatment of black people; the guidelines specifically mention the right of New Yorkers to maintain their “natural hair, treated or untreated hairstyles such as locs, cornrows, twists, braids, Bantu knots, fades, Afros and/or the right to keep hair in an uncut or untrimmed state.”  READ MORE Report: Dropped Calls Plague Child Welfare System Maine Public Radio A new report on Maine's child welfare system finds it's plagued by insufficient training and poor technology that leads to dropped and abandoned calls. Independent firm Public Consulting Group says in a report released that Maine must boost its training, adjust caseloads and staffing ratios and improve its technology to better serve children and families.  READ MORE NASW MemberLink Connect with NASW Recent Issues | Unsubscribe | Advertise | Web Version  To subscribe, contact NASW Member Services at 800.742.4089 Monday-Friday, 9 am - 9 pm ET or email membership@socialworkers.org. 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