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Frequently Asked Questions About the New Illinois LSW Testing Law
An updated FAQ was published on January 12, 2022, following Public Act 102-0326, taking effect on January 1, 2022. Click here to read it....
NASW-IL Staff
Sep 17, 20215 min read


2021 NASW-Illinois Chapter Statewide Awards
This year, the National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter (NASW-IL) is honoring the work of some exceptional Illinois...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 27, 20214 min read


NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Governor Signs SB818, The Keeping Youth Safe & Healthy Act
Thank you to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, State Senators Ram Villivalam and Celina Villanueva, State Representatives Camille Lilly...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 20, 20213 min read


NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Governor Signs HB2400, reforming active shooter drills in IL
Thank you to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, State Senator Karina Villa, State Representative Maura Hirschauer, and the support of...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 17, 20211 min read


NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Governor Signs HB219, Making Safer Learning Environments for Students
Thank you to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, State Senator Ann Gillespie, and State Representative Jonathan Carroll and the support of...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 13, 20213 min read


NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Governor Signs HB3308, Making Permanent Many 2020 Telehealth Provisions
NASW-IL was a partner in the Coalition to Protect Telehealth, joining together with 35 other patient, professional, and provider...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 22, 20213 min read


In Memoriam: Dr. Mikal Nasir Rasheed
Dr. Mikal Nasir Rasheed, a leader in social work education in Illinois, passed away after a brief illness on July 7, 2021. A lifelong...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 21, 20213 min read


ICB Approval Granted for A Meeting of the Profession: 2021 Multistate NASW Conference
Earn up to 8 CEUs over two afternoons, including 3 CEUs in cultural competency and 1-hour sexual harassment prevention training each day....
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 20, 20212 min read


Telehealth Services Extended in Illinois through July 24, 2021
The governor's COVID-19 Executive Order No. 71 has been extended for another month through July 24, 2021. This executive order includes...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 16, 20211 min read


Transformative Justice for Our Children: Reconstructing a New Educational System for the Future
Latesha Newson, MSW, LCSW Chair, NASW-Illinois Chapter Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee (NASW-IL DEIC) The National Association...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 15, 20217 min read


ANNOUNCING! NASW-IL Chicago District Virtual Job Fair
Michael F. Mallory, LCSW Chicago District Chair We are excited to share with you that the NASW-Illinois Chapter Chicago District will be...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 13, 20212 min read


Frequently Asked Questions About 2021 Licensure Renewal
11/16/21 UPDATE: LSW and LCSW licensees may now apply for renewal through the new IDFPR renewal website. Read more here. 11/04/21 UPDATE:...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 1, 20214 min read


ANNOUNCING: A Meeting of the Profession - 2021 Multistate NASW Conference
Earn up to 8 CEUs over two afternoons, including 3 CEUs in cultural competency and 1-hour sexual harassment prevention training each day....
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 17, 20212 min read


Telehealth Services Extended in Illinois through June 26, 2021
The governor's COVID-19 Executive Order No. 71 has been extended for another month through June 26, 2021. This executive order includes...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 10, 20211 min read


Learning More About Removing Testing Requirements for LSWs with SB1632
UPDATE: Governor Pritzker signed this bill on August 6, 2021. It will go into effect on January 1, 2022. On the final day of the spring...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 9, 20213 min read


2021 Session: NASW-Illinois Chapter Advocacy Update
NASW-Illinois Chapter membership helps us to push for legislation that benefit Illinois social workers. As the largest membership...

Joslyn K. Jelinek, LCSW
Jun 4, 202137 min read


Social Justice Brief: National Eviction Crisis in the Era of the Coronavirus Pandemic
DEVELOPED BY: Melvin H. Wilson, MBA, LCSW NASW Senior Policy Consultant National Association of Social Workers In Collaboration with:...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 1, 20211 min read


ANNOUNCING: Digital Exhibitor Sponsorship for 2021 Multistate NASW Conference
APPLY HERE Digital exhibitor sponsorships have just been announced for this year's 2021 Multistate NASW Conference! Promote your...
NASW-IL Staff
May 25, 20211 min read


2021 NASW-Illinois Chapter Election Results
Thank you to those who took part in this year's 2021 NASW-Illinois Chapter Elections during the month of April. Below are the individuals...
NASW-IL Staff
May 6, 202112 min read


Telehealth Services Extended in Illinois through May 29, 2021
The governor's COVID-19 Executive Order No. 71 has been extended for another month through May 29, 2021. This executive order includes an...
NASW-IL Staff
May 3, 20211 min read
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