**Important update regarding the NYS DREAM Act/New LEAD Topic**  Racial Equity Assessment in Legislation (REAL)  As you may have heard, the NYS Legislature recently passed the José Peralta DREAM Act. … Continue reading 2019 LEAD Update: Racial Equity Assessment in Legislation →

The NASW Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships and fellowships to assist students pursuing a variety of social work specialties. Apply now for fellowships in health care and scholarships … Continue reading NASW Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Scholarships and Fellowships →

Tuesday, January 15, 2019, marked a historic day in Albany as the New York State Legislature voted to pass legislation A.576/S.1046 that will prohibit licensed mental health professionals from engaging … Continue reading Legislative victory: NYS Legislature passes ban on conversion therapy →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 15, 2019 CONTACT: Richard Gallo, NYS Psychiatric Association – (518) 465-3545 Jerry Grodin, PhD, NYS Psychological Association – (518) 265-2274 Samantha Howell, Executive Director, National … Continue reading FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Leading Statewide Mental Health Professional Associations Applaud Senate & Assembly Passage of Legislation to Prohibit So-Called “Conversion Therapy” for Minors →

  This month, we are excited to announce Steven Baranowski as our new Continuing Education Coordinator and Amanda O’Brien as our new MSW Intern. Welcome Steven and Amanda!   Steven … Continue reading Welcome Steven Baranowski and Amanda O’Brien to NASW-NYS! →

The Chapter’s Committee on Nominations & Leadership Identification (CNLI) invites you to review the current leadership opportunities available and consider a role that fits your skills and interests as a … Continue reading Nomination period now open for 2019 Chapter Election! →