About NASW Illinois

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with over 150,000 members. The NASW Illinois Chapter is one of the association's largest chapters with over 7,000 members in Illinois alone. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

Code of Ethics

The NASW Code of Ethics is intended to serve as a guide to the everyday professional conduct of social workers.

Illinois Strategic Plan

Get information on our Chapter Strategic Plan through 2006–2009.

NASW Governance

Find out about the NASW leadership.

NASW Delegate Assembly

The Delegate Assembly is the representative, decision-making body-comprised of 300 elected delegates-through which NASW members set broad organizational policy, establish program priorities, and develop a collective stance on public and professional issues.

NASW Foundation

The National Association of Social Workers Foundation (NASWF) is a charitable organization created to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities through the advancement of social work practice.