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Social Work Organizations

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American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (AASWSW) AASWSW is an honorific society of distinguished scholars and practitioners dedicated to achieving excellence in the field of social work and social welfare through high-impact work that advances social good. Click Here
The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) ASWB is the nonprofit organization composed of the social work regulatory boards and colleges of all 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and all 10 Canadian provinces. Their mission is to provide support and services to the social work regulatory community to advance safe, competent, and ethical practices to strengthen public protection. Click Here
The Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors (BPD) The Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors is a voluntary, individual membership association representing the interests of undergraduate education and practice in social work. Click Here
The Congressional Research Institute for Social Work and Policy (CRISP) CRISP is committed to expanding social workers’ engagement with Congress and the federal government. CRISP serves a bridge between social workers and the federal government, ensuring our research is known to federal policymakers. Click Here
Group for the Advancement of Doctoral Education in Social Work (GADE) The Group for the Advancement of Doctoral Education in Social Work (GADE) is an organization of social work doctoral program directors from more than 100 member institutions. GADE's mission is to promote excellence and equity in social work doctoral education through networking, capacity building, and stewardship of the profession. Click Here
The National Association of Black Social Workers The National Association of Black Social Workers (NABSW) is comprised of people of African ancestry, is committed to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research. Click Here
National Association of Deans and Directors Schools of Social Work NADD's mission is to foster and enrich the development of Social Work Leadership. We aim to provide our members with a platform to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and advance the field of social work education. Click Here
National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies Click Here

 

Social Work Resources

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FAIR Health for Older Adults
Funded by The John A. Hartford Foundation (JAHF)		 FAIR Health launched a new shared decision-making tool for
Alzheimer’s disease that features clinical information for
self-care and drug therapy options, as well as related cost information.		 Click Here
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Information and resources on areas of social work practice including: aging, behavioral health, clinical social work, ethinicity and race, LGBTQIA2S+, school social work, and more. Click Here
Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) ASWB examination administration changes coming in March 2025. Click Here

 

Behavioral Health Resources

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Serivices Administration (SAMHSA) Technical Assistance and Training Directory Click Here
Opioid Response Network (ORN) ORN Submit a TA Request - If you need help with education and training for the prevention, treatment or recovery of opioid use disorders, stimulant use and other substance use disorders, you have come to the right place. Click Here
Providers Clinical Support System - Medications for Opioid Use Disorders (PCSS-MOUD) Updated PCSS-MOUD Pain Core Curriculum - A 14-module curriculum designed for clinicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to treating pain and addressing opioid use disorder (OUD) Click Here

 

Federal Resources

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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Explore the extensive listings provided on the NIH Calendar of Events page to enrich your understanding of NIH grants policies, funding, and processes. Discover upcoming conferences, webinars, and more to attend, as well as opportunities to unlock resources from past events. Dive in and elevate your knowledge today Click Here
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Using RePORT to Understand Who and What NIH Funds (Video) Click Here
National Institutes of Health (NIH) NIH Grants Process: A Brief Walk-Through for Beginners (Video) Click Here
NIH Office of Extramural Research NIH Office of Extramural Research New Resources Click Here


Policy Resources

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Boston University School of Social Work
Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health
 Beyond 2025 Action Hub Click Here

 

Suggested Reading

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SWHELPER SWHELPER is dedicated to providing information, resources, and entertainment related to social issues, social justice, and social good. Our audience is comprised of academics, policymakers, social workers, students, practitioners, helping professionals, caregivers, and people looking for information to help themselves or a loved one. Click Here
The Grand Challenges for Social Work The Grand Challenges for Social Work, the flagship program of the American Academy of Social Work & Social Welfare (AASWSW), is a groundbreaking initiative to champion social progress powered by science. It’s a call to action for social work researchers and practitioners to: Harness social work’s science and knowledge base; Collaborate with individuals, community-based organizations, and professionals from all fields and disciplines; and Work together to tackle some of our toughest social problems. Click Here