This message was sent to ##Email## June 13, 2019     Home  |   About  |   Membership  |   Advocacy  |   Practice    Archive  |   Advertise    TOP STORIES Wear Orange June is Gun Violence Awareness Month. Please wear orange and change your social media profile pictures to orange this month to stand firm in our belief that we can do more to save lives from gun violence. These simple gestures will show your solidarity with victims and survivors, and that you, too, want change. NASW and the Brady Center continue to collaborate on gun safety programs that can reduce gun deaths in the home caused by suicide, domestic violence, and accident and injury. As primary responders in family fire situations, social workers can encourage and support family fire prevention best practices, such as safe storage of guns in the home and Extreme Risk Protection Orders. Share this resource with tools for social workers to prevent gun violence. Thank you! Social Work and Mental Health Experts Present Scientific Evidence to Lawmakers Detailing Impact of Violence on School Children NASW Sponsored the June 12 Congressional Briefing on Capitol Hill In conjunction with the Congressional Social Work Caucus and its chair Rep. Barbara Lee (CA-13), leading researchers and experts from around the country gathered for yesterday’s congressional briefing, The Impact of Weapons and Violence on Schools and Surrounding Communities, to discuss current scientific data surrounding the pressing need for the reduction of weapons and violence in schools and communities. The briefing focused on developing a public health approach to the problem of weapons and violence in schools. "End Family Fire" PSA Video Highlights Life or Death Stakes of Safe Gun Storage “Kids Find Everything,” a public service announcement (PSA) in the “End Family Fire” campaign, aims to raise awareness of the importance of gun safety in the home by showing the kinds of mischief children get into every day at home. “Family fire” refers to a shooting involving an improperly stored or misused gun found in the home that results in death or injury. NASW is a partner in the End Family Fire campaign. As primary responders in family fire situations, social workers can encourage and support family fire prevention best practices, such as safe storage of guns in the home and Extreme Risk Protection Orders.    SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by bp Magazine What I Wish Family & Friends Knew About Bipolar 6 Myths About Bipolar Disorder To Stop Believing Bipolar Insomnia: Practical Solutions For Better Sleep 10 Ways to Remain Positive as a Mental Health Caregiver Subscribe to BP Magazine for Bipolar Disorder!   NASW Responds to Virginia Beach Shooting, Calls for Comprehensive Response to Gun Violence NASW expresses its deepest sympathies to the families of the victims of the May 31 mass shooting in Virginia Beach and its support for the city’s leaders and citizens. NASW advocates for a comprehensive response to gun violence that addresses mental health, public health, criminal justice, and other dimensions. .  PRODUCT SHOWCASE The Institute for Clinical Social Work Master's and PhD Programs with a Clinical Focus Accepting Applications for Fall 2019! MORE    CONTINUING EDUCATION ON TRAUMA — FOR SOCIAL WORKERS June 19-20 — Live-Streamed Program NASW 2019 Virtual Forum: Trauma Through the Social Work Lens Join us for the NASW 2019 Virtual Forum, Wednesday and Thursday, June 19 and 20. This two-day program will address trauma from a social work perspective, feature both plenary and breakout sessions, and offer CE credits. Live streamed from the NASW National Office, you will be able to view it from wherever you are. Learn more and register. Full Conference Pass: $249 NASW Member | $349 Non-NASW Member | $125 Student .  PRODUCT SHOWCASE Earn Your MSW with UNE Online! Elevate your career with the University of New England by earning your Master of Social Work with our 100% online, CSWE-accredited MSW program! Learn more.    ESTABLISH YOURSELF AS AN EXPERT IN YOUR PRACTICE AREA. CONTRIBUTE TO THE KNOWLEDGE BASE Write for NASW Publications Social Work Journal: Get widespread recognition among colleagues by publishing in NASW’s premier scholarly journal, which is available to all NASW members through membership. Author Guidelines Specialty Practice Sections (SPS) Newsletters: InterSections in Practice Add to your professional credibility by publishing in this award-winning annual digital bulletin offering CE contact hours and practice-specific content. Author Guidelines Section Connection Help keep your colleagues up to date on trends, news, and resources in your practice area by contributing content to these biannual digital newsletters. 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Ask your colleagues questions, find mentors, exchange useful resources, and rally around your passion — social work. .  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 Learn the Gift of Bottom Line Briefings! Improve communications in your team. Become a clear, confident presenter Learn to manage stress Avoid analysis paralysis Overcome writer’s block.  Program approved for 2 CE hours NASW Approval #886794101-7269. 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RSVP by June 14, 2019 to governance@socialworkers.org. June 15 Last Day to Prepay Membership Dues for This Year and Future Years at the Current Rate New dues rates take effect July 1, 2019. You may prepay current and future dues before rates increase if you pay your dues in full by June 15, 2019. You also may pay your dues in two or three installments if you pay your dues in full by your membership renewal date. View current and new rates. Contact Member Services to get help with prepay options: 800.742.4089 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. ET. June 19 Private Practice Q&A Call-in Session – Making Sense of the CMS-1500 Claim Form Call-in session is free, available to NASW members only, and starts at 12 p.m. ET. No registration is required. June 19-20 NASW 2019 Virtual Forum Trauma Through the Social Work Lens ***This is a live-streamed event, accessed online.*** Explore trauma from a social work perspective. 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Joe Biden wants to double the number of school mental health staff “so our kids get the mental health care they need.” Elizabeth Warren hopes to address the opioid crisis by expanding prevention efforts, treatment and recovery services.  READ MORE Child Welfare Advocates Say Recreation Is Necessary for Migrant Children NPR The Department of Health and Human Services says it can no longer fund education, recreation and legal services for migrant youth in federal custody. Experts say that's dangerous.  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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