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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 29, 20241 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

Joslyn K. Jelinek, LCSW
Jul 26, 20246 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 26, 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

Joslyn K. Jelinek, LCSW
Jul 18, 20242 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 24, 20245 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 23, 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, 20242 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 22, 20243 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 21, 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, 20242 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, 20247 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 20, 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...
NASW-IL Staff
May 10, 20242 min read


2024 NASW-Illinois Chapter Election Results
Thank you to those who took part in this year's 2024 NASW-Illinois Chapter Elections during the month of April. Below are the individuals...
NASW-IL Staff
May 3, 20246 min read


SB3779 passes out of IL Senate, 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
Apr 19, 20242 min read


HB4475 passes out of IL House, providing necessary insurance reforms
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
Apr 19, 20242 min read


2024 NASW-IL Advocacy Day Recap
Over 350 social work students and professionals took part in lobbying in Springfield Thank you to the over 350 social work students and...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 19, 20242 min read


Social Work Rule Changes for Social Work Professionals Coming Soon
The following changes were proposed to the Administrative Code sections that apply to social work (Social Work “Rules”). These changes...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 18, 20247 min read


NASW-IL Policy Position Statement on Compensated Practicum Education
National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter Introduction The National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 15, 20244 min read


Optum United Behavioral Health Responds to NASW Letter
Reprinted from NASW Tips & Tools for Social Workers April 2024 In February 2024, NASW members informed the association of mass...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 12, 20242 min read
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