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 March 1 kicks off National Professional Social Work Month. This year's theme is "Social Workers Stand Up!" A major focus of this year's campaign is educating the public about the value of social work title protection.
"An Hour With Private Practice: Questions & Answers" is a free, monthly Q & A session for NASW members on relevant private practice subjects. Get clinical social work updates affecting the delivery of mental health services.
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We'll be honoring the amazing contributions of former Congressman Edolphus "Ed" Towns during Social Work Day on the Hill on March 8, 2017. Register today for Social Work Day on the Hill!
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Join hundreds of students from across the country for Social Work Student Advocacy Day on March 9, 2017, in Washington, DC! Meet with Congressional staff and advocate on legislation critical to social workers and the people we serve. Register here.
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 Help others understand what social workers do. Post or tweet about social work, our values, and even our training during Social Work Month, which starts March 1. Your social networks are powerful tools for dispelling misinformation and celebrating the positive contributions professional social workers make.
Wear "Social Workers Stand Up!" clothing this March, National Professional Social Work Month.
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The NASW Foundation offers scholarships and fellowships to assist students pursuing a variety of social work specialties. Apply by March 1, 2017, for fellowships in health care and scholarships involving work with African American communities and with American Indian and Latino populations. Questions? Email naswfoundation@naswdc.org or call 202.336.8298.
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NASW offers Sections in 11 practice areas. Join a Section in February and pay just $35/year per Section.
Upcoming Live SPS Webinars SPS Members Only
March 21, 2017
Strategies to Address Language and Communication Barriers
1.0 Cross-Cultural CE Contact Hours
March 29, 2017
Ethical Challenges in School Social Work: Cutting-Edge Issues
3.0 Ethics CE Contact Hours
April 6, 2017 JUST ADDED!
The Therapeutic Role of Animals in the Lives of Children
1.5 Social Work CE Contact Hours
Miss a live SPS webinar? Take it on demand.
Past SPS Twitter Chats
Enhance Your Resume and Cover Letter
Networking and Engaging in the Social Work Field
#SOCIALWORTHIT
Make plans now to attend NASW's 2017 Virtual Conference June 14-15, 2017. This highly interactive Internet-based event offers 8 CE contact hours, including essential ethics credits. Choose from 8 breakout sessions and 4 plenary sessions; network with other attendees through the virtual on-demand Networking Lounge; and access the Virtual Exhibit Hall to meet with exhibitors and view the latest social work-related products and services. Questions? Email naswvirtualconference@socialworkers.org. Interested in sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities? Email rloomis.nasw@socialworkers.org.
 NASW's online CE training center offers free and discounted courses for NASW members. Simply log in here with your NASW username and password to browse for courses.
Featured Course
Understanding Military Culture, Working with Military Families—Self-Study
Available On Demand
Log in, click on “Catalog,” and enter course name in search bar.
NASW Member Price: Free
Non-Member Price: $45
Search NASW JobLink for your next social work position. JobLink is free to all job seekers; however, only NASW members receive unlimited access to all JobLink features.
| | ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS |
March 1
Social Work Month Kicks Off
Shop "Social Workers Stand Up!" merchandise today.
Applications Due for NASW Foundation Scholarship and Fellowship Awards
Questions? Email naswfoundation@naswdc.org or call 202.336.8298.
March 7
Last Day to Comment on NASW Policies up for Review
March 15
Private Practice Q & A Call-in Session: Using Effective Coding for Psychotherapy Services in 2017: Part II – Place of Service Codes, ICD-10-CM Codes, and Others
April
Voting begins in NASW's National election. Questions? Email governance.nasw@socialworkers.org or call 202.336.8270.
June 14-15
2017 Virtual NASW Conference: Aging Through the Social Work Lens — SAVE THE DATE
Earn up to 8 CE contact hours at this Internet-based event. Questions? Email naswvirtualconference@socialworkers.org. Sponsorship/exhibitor opportunities? Email rloomis.nasw@socialworkers.org.
August 4
Deadline to Respond to Proposals Affecting Program Priority Goals and the Code of Ethics
Provide feedback by August 4, 2017, on Proposed Program Priority Goals and proposed changes to the Code of Ethics.
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Liability Insurance—Apply, Renew, or Manage Your Policy
Even if you think you are covered by your employer's malpractice insurance, your employer's coverage may have some significant gaps. Protect yourself with individual coverage.
REMINDER
Installment Payment Option Available for Membership Renewal
Pay your membership renewal in full in one payment or in two or three installments by your membership renewal date. Installment payments may be made by mail to PO Box 79949, Baltimore, MD 21279-0949 or by phone to NASW Member Services at 800.742.4089 Monday - Friday, 9AM-9PM ET. The installment option is not available online at this time. A $25 processing fee will be assessed for refunds of incomplete installment payments.
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ETHICS Free Ethics Consultations for NASW Members
NASW PRESS Foundations of Social Work Practice: A Graduate Text, 5th Edition NEW!
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Private Practice Q & A Call-in Sessions for NASW Members
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