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NASW-IL Staff
Sep 18, 20241 min read
Get Involved in Some of NASW-IL's Key Committees
The NASW-Illinois Chapter is currently recruiting for three core committees which help inform and advance the profession’s mission in Illino


NASW-IL Staff
Sep 10, 20243 min read
Deadline Approaching for Post-Master of Social Work School Social Work Professional Educator License Scholarship for 2024–2025 Academic School Year
Are you currently enrolled in a post–master's of social work PEL program at a public university in Illinois to become a school social worker


NASW-IL Staff
Aug 28, 20243 min read
NASW-IL Announces Key Endorsements for 2024 Illinois General Election
The NASW-IL proudly announces its endorsements for the upcoming 2024 general elections.


NASW-IL Staff
Aug 15, 20242 min read
Registration Open! 2024 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference: Empowering Social Workers
Registration is now open for this year's 2024 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference!


NASW-IL Staff
Aug 7, 20243 min read
IDFPR Updates on Licensure Process in Illinois
A brief update on some significant progress we've made with our partners at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional...


NASW-IL Staff
Aug 1, 20244 min read
From the Pen of the President: August 2024
My ask of us as social workers, change agents, and difference makers is to remember our responsibility and to stay the course of justice!


NASW-IL Staff
Jul 29, 20241 min read
NASW at the DNCC
Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Time: 5:00–7:30pm Venue: University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) Student Center East, 750 S Halsted St,...


NASW-IL Staff
Jul 26, 20246 min read
Introducing the NASW-IL Clinical Supervision Hours Tracking Log: A Guide for Illinois Social Workers
Introducing a voluntary form designed to help social workers track their clinical supervision


NASW-IL Staff
Jul 26, 20242 min read
NASW-IL DEIAB Committee Statement on the Death of Sonya Massey
The systemic problems responsible for tragedies like the murder of Sonya Massey have been interrogated across and within the profession of s


NASW-IL Staff
Jul 25, 20241 min read
JUST RELEASED! NASW-IL CE Worksheet for 2023–2025 LSW/LCSW Licensure
Following the latest Social Work Act changes approved by IDFPR for the current licensure cycle, the NASW-Illinois Chapter is proud to...


NASW-IL Staff
Jul 18, 20242 min read
Social Work Rules and Specialty CEU Rules Webpages Updated
The department has revised the Social Work Rules to align with recent changes in Illinois law and approved amendments to the Administrative


NASW-IL Staff
May 24, 20245 min read
From the Pen of the President: June 2024
NASW-Illinois Chapter President Latesha Newson, MSW, LCSW Greetings NASW-IL Social Work Community, I would like to acknowledge and...


NASW-IL Staff
May 23, 20242 min read
Senate Bill 3779 passes in IL House, giving social workers essential authorization to aid victims of opioid crisis
NASW-Illinois Chapter membership helps us to push for legislation that benefit Illinois social workers and the clients they serve. As the...


NASW-IL Staff
May 22, 20242 min read
2024 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
May 22, 20243 min read
Shining a Light on COVID-19: Social Work Interventions for Older African Americans
Deborah P. Hammond DHSc, LCSW. CADC Connect to End COVID-19 Initiative Ambassador and NASW Member As a recent doctoral student, I had an...


NASW-IL Staff
May 21, 20242 min read
Senate Bill 3138 Passes in Both IL Houses, Securing Educational Scholarships for Former Foster Children
Thank you to Illinois State Senator Sara Feigenholtz and State Representative Kam Buckner whose sponsorship of Senate Bill 3138 (SB...


NASW-IL Staff
May 20, 20242 min read
HB 5457 passes out of IL Senate, providing reasonable accommodations during licensing exams for those whose primary language is not English
NASW-Illinois Chapter membership helps us to push for legislation that benefit Illinois social workers and the clients they serve. As the...


NASW-IL Staff
May 20, 20247 min read
NEW! 2024 Social Work Rule Changes Approved for Social Work Professionals
The following changes were made by Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to the Administrative Code sections...


NASW-IL Staff
May 20, 20242 min read
Save the Date! 2024 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference
This year's annual conference has been announced! This year's 2024 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference: Empowering Social Workers will be a...

NASW-IL Staff
May 10, 20242 min read
NASW-IL Chapter Board of Directors Statement
NASW-Illinois Chapter Board of Directors The National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter (NASW-IL) is firmly committed to...
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