National Association of Social Workers

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Welcomes Victor Armstrong as First Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor Armstrong as the organization's first vice president for health equity and engagement.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor Armstrong as the organization's first vice president for health equity and engagement.
  • As vice president for health equity and engagement, Armstrong will be responsible for providing clinical and health equity expertise across AFSP departments, including the Programs, Communications and Policy teams.
  • Before this, Armstrong was the deputy secretary for health equity and chief health equity officer for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
  • As a health organization, AFSP is dedicated to equity in addressing the mental health and suicide prevention needs among underserved populations.

American Medical Association Releases Language of First New Current Procedural Terminology Code for Psychedelic Therapies

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

The code will go into effect and will be published in the CPT manual on January 1, 2024.

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  • The code will go into effect and will be published in the CPT manual on January 1, 2024.
  • The approval of the new category CPT III code, announced in May following an application by COMPASS and MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (MAPS PBC), was supported by the American Psychiatric Association, American Psychological Association and the National Association of Social Workers.
  • The use of this category III tracking code will be key to developing optimal permanent and valued category I codes for psychedelic therapies as close as possible to their potential FDA approval.
  • The webinar will feature:
    Dr. Steve Levine, Senior Vice President of Patient Access and Medical Affairs at COMPASS.

We The People March (WTPMarch.org) Urgent on Heels of Discriminatory SCOTUS Decisions

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

As authoritarian lawmakers and legislatures seek to criminalize immigrants, sexuality, gender expression, Blackness, homelessness, religious freedom, and the teaching of vital history, this country never has seen such a blatant abuse of power against virtually every group of people at the same time.

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  • As authoritarian lawmakers and legislatures seek to criminalize immigrants, sexuality, gender expression, Blackness, homelessness, religious freedom, and the teaching of vital history, this country never has seen such a blatant abuse of power against virtually every group of people at the same time.
  • Basic constitutional rights are under attack, and We The People cannot stay silent.
  • In conjunction with the Ft. Lauderdale march, advocates across the nation have been hosting local companion We The People events.
  • The following three take place tomorrow:
    View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230701517575/en/

July 2ndAnti-Hate March (WTPMarch.org) Expects Thousands

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Friday, June 30, 2023

As authoritarian lawmakers and legislatures seek to criminalize immigrants, sexuality, gender expression, Blackness, homelessness, religious freedom, and the teaching of vital history, this country never has seen such a blatant abuse of power against virtually every group of people at the same time.

Key Points: 
  • As authoritarian lawmakers and legislatures seek to criminalize immigrants, sexuality, gender expression, Blackness, homelessness, religious freedom, and the teaching of vital history, this country never has seen such a blatant abuse of power against virtually every group of people at the same time.
  • Basic constitutional rights are under attack, and We The People cannot stay silent.
  • In conjunction with the Ft. Lauderdale march, advocates across the nation are hosting local companion We The People events.
  • View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230630564042/en/

Morgan State University Professor Anthony Estreet to be next CEO of NASW

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthony Estreet, a professor and former chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University and chief executive officer of a behavioral health company in Baltimore, will be the new chief executive officer of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) beginning February 6.

Key Points: 
  • Janlee Wong, MSW, who retired as executive director of the NASW California Chapter in 2020, will serve as interim CEO of NASW until Estreet takes the helm.
  • "We are delighted to have Anthony Estreet as our next CEO at NASW after doing an extensive search," said NASW President Mildred "Mit" Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW.
  • Estreet earned a bachelor's in science in psychology from Bowie State University, a MSW in social work at Virginia Commonwealth University, a doctorate in social work at Morgan State University, and a MBA at the University Maryland-College Park.
  • He has been a professor and chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University since 2013.

Vivian Birchall wins key endorsements for State Rep. in 14th Middlesex District

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Friday, August 26, 2022

With early voting starting Saturday, Aug. 27, for the Massachusetts Primary on Tuesday, Sept. 6, Vivian Kobusingye Birchall has won two more key endorsements for State Representative in the 14th Middlesex District.

Key Points: 
  • With early voting starting Saturday, Aug. 27, for the Massachusetts Primary on Tuesday, Sept. 6, Vivian Kobusingye Birchall has won two more key endorsements for State Representative in the 14th Middlesex District.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220826005021/en/
    State Senator Jamie Eldridge has endorsed Vivian Birchall for State Representative of the 14th Middlesex District, which includes the towns of Acton, Carlisle, Chelmsford and Concord.
  • We are proud to endorse Vivian Birchall for State Representative of the Middlesex 14th district."
  • The 14th Middlesex District includes Acton (1, 2, 6, 7), Carlisle, Chelmsford (7, 8, 9, 10, 11), and Concord (1, 2, 5).

Major Mental Health Associations decry U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade

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Friday, June 24, 2022

This is a very personal decision and will lead to adverse mental health consequences for people seeking to exercise bodily autonomy in making critical decisions related to their own reproductive health.

Key Points: 
  • This is a very personal decision and will lead to adverse mental health consequences for people seeking to exercise bodily autonomy in making critical decisions related to their own reproductive health.
  • "Our nation is already experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • This is yet another factor that will contribute to negative mental health outcomes for our society.
  • We also pledge work to ensure that mental health and medical professionals are not criminalized for doing their jobs in supporting pregnant people in making difficult decisions regarding reproductive health care needs."

Stacey Hardy-Chandler, Ph.D., J.D., LCSW, named CEO of the Association of Social Work Boards

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Monday, June 13, 2022

Culpeper, Virginia, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Social Work Boards announced that the Board of Directors has named Stacey Hardy-Chandler, Ph.D., J.D., LCSW, as the organization's new chief executive officer following a national search.

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  • Culpeper, Virginia, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Social Work Boards announced that the Board of Directors has named Stacey Hardy-Chandler, Ph.D., J.D., LCSW, as the organization's new chief executive officer following a national search.
  • In addition to her impressive resume and leadership skills, said ASWB President Roxroy A. Reid, she is deeply committed to the social work profession, equity, and social justice.
  • Professional honors include National Association of Counties and Virginia Association of Counties Achievement Awards; National Association of Social Workers Nevada Chapter Social Worker of the Year Award; and University of Nevada, Las Vegas Innovation Award for development of the Advanced Graduate Certificate, Forensic Social Work.
  • The Association of Social Work Boards is the nonprofit association of social work regulatory bodies in the United States and Canada.

ECINS Advocates for Collaborative Support Solutions at the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Conference

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

JERSEY CITY, N.J., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ECINS, a social enterprise dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people and empowering the practitioners who serve them with a highly collaborative case management system, announces its participation in the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Conference held June 22-25, 2022 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC.

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  • Responding to these urgent needs requires an all-in approach that helps social workers do more with less.
  • A purpose-built, cloud-based, highly secure case management system, ECINS is capable of solving just about any case management problem that exists.
  • "ECINS exists to empower communities and the practitioners who serve their various needs," explains Gary Pettengell, co-founder and CEO at ECINS.
  • ECINS is available for all sectors of social and human services and has been endorsed by The School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA), a membership organization empowering school social workers and promoting the profession of school social work.

Herzing Introduces New Master of Social Work Program

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

MILWAUKEE, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University today announced the launch of a new Master of Social Work (MSW) program beginning in the fall semester of 2022.

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  • MILWAUKEE, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University today announced the launch of a new Master of Social Work (MSW) program beginning in the fall semester of 2022.
  • The online MSW program is designed for non-social work bachelor's degree holders and will prepare students to provide clinical social work service through hands-on experiences and education, addressing the increasing demand within the field.
  • "This new Master of Social Work program will meet the demands of students who are passionate about social work by pushing them to critically examine systems, develop and change policies, advocate for social justice, and increase access to services in their specialization areas," said Herzing University's Regional Campus President Jeff Hill.
  • Among the careers that can follow from successful completion of these programs are, but not limited to: Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Protective Services Supervisor, Clinical Social Worker, Disaster Response Social Worker, Domestic Violence Advocate, Foster Care Social Worker, Home Health & Hospice Social Worker, Mental Health Social Worker, Oncology Social Worker, School Social Worker, Substance Use Disorder Clinician, and Victim Advocate.