A big THANK YOU to the social workers who joined us for a SUPER Act and Social Work Compact mini lobby day! Your voice, your story, and your advocacy matters. 💜
We appreciate you taking the time to come to the State House and meet with legislators on behalf of these critical social work bills. Social workers are strongest when we work together to achieve collective action. 🤝
Upward & Onward! Join us in this work by filling out Social Workers Interested in Advocacy Form: /wenotme
The Trump Administration ignored the voices of 30,000 social workers. We will be not treat this decision as acceptable. We will continue to fight for the recognition social workers deserve.
Read the full statement from NASW at the link in our bio!
Happy We Not Me Campaign launch day! 🌎💙
We hope Massachusetts and Rhode Island Social Workers will join us for our town hall, today, April 30th at noon to hear what this campaign is about share how we can be better at supporting social workers!
Unable to join? Learn more at our website: /wenotme
#SocialWorkers #Advocacy #macrosocialwork #community #massachusetts
Did you see? NASW National Board elections are happening now.
#NASW members, cast your ballot for the association's Board of Directors 🗳️. Voting ends on May 29! Click the link in our bio to cast your ballot!
📅Join us for next #WeNotMe Town Hall on May 28th at noon! This event is open to all Rhode Island and Massachusetts social workers. While we hope to focus on ways in which we can support social work students and new grads, all questions, feedback, and thoughts are welcome! RSVP today here: https://forms.gle/fwDdUHErLPxBbGTJ9
⚖️ When is guardianship necessary, and when does it go too far? Our upcoming conference will explore the complexities of guardianship in Massachusetts, including when it is appropriate, how it is regulated, and how professionals can ensure least-restrictive, person-centered decision-making.
Join us on our Older Adults & People with Disabilities Conference, on Thursday, June 11 (8:00am–2:00pm EST). 👉 Register today to be part of this important conversation: /OlderAdultsConf2026
What does NASW-MA membership look like? It looks like a community for Massachusetts social workers that goes beyond resources and clinical alerts but lasting systemic change through our legislative advocacy, educational programs, and political action committee.
Learn more about our community at and join today at /join
Congratulations to all of the Master's and Bachelor's social work students who are graduating this spring. 💜 We are so excited to welcome you to the best profession in the world!
We can't wait to support you during this transition, provide you with resources and information, and advocate on behalf of you and our profession! If you are not yet a member, join now at the student rate for $60 before graduation at /join
Meet our #WeNotMe Campaign team working for you social workers!
Brianna Silva is our Senior Manager of Membership and Advocacy at NASW-MA!
Connect with her at [email protected] #socialworkers #advocacy #macrosocialwork #policychange
⏰ Our Chapter Award Nominations are closing soon! Don’t miss your chance to recognize the social workers and allies making a real difference in our communities. Submit your nomination before Friday, May 29!
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Greatest Contribution to Social Work Practice Award
- Beverly Ross Fliegel Social Policy and Change Award
- Emerging Leader Award
- Promising Practitioner Award (MSW and BSW Student)
- Advocate of the Year or Public Citizen of the Year Award
Visit our website and learn more: /Awards2026
🥗 Nutrition plays a critical role in healthy aging. Join Leigh Hartwell, MS, RDN, LDN (AgeSpan) for “Optimal Nutrition for Older Adults.” This workshop will cover key areas including nutrition and aging, dietary needs, hydration, skin integrity, and food safety, providing practical strategies you can use to support client health and well-being.
Join us on our Older Adults & People with Disabilities Conference, on Thursday, June 11 (8:00am–2:00pm EST). 👉 Register today to be part of this important conversation: /OlderAdultsConf2026
Register for our FREE Webinar Series in partnership with RIZE and the National Harm Reduction Coalition, with speakers Tanagra M. Melgarejo, MSW, and Joe Pereira, LICSW, CAS.
💻 Part 1: Harm Reduction Crossroads: Navigating Gender Identity and Substance Use - This workshop introduces social workers to the knowledge and skills needed to provide affirming, evidence-based support to transgender clients experiencing substance use challenges. Earn 1.5 CEUs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (12-1:30pm EST). Register here: /events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2045663&group=
💻 Part 2: Conversations That Change: Motivational Interviewing in a Harm Reduction World - This workshop introduces social workers to the effective integration of Motivational Interviewing (MI) within a harm reduction framework for substance use treatment. Earn 1.5 CEUs on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (12-1:30pm EST). Register here: /events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2045666&group=
💻 Part 3: The Medication Matrix: Understanding Psychopharmacology in a Polysubstance World - This workshop provides social workers with an overview of understanding psychopharmacology as it relates to clients who engage in polysubstance use. Earn 2 CEUs on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 (12-2pm EST). Register here: /events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2045670&group=
