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Statement from the NASW Colorado Chapter on the June 1st Attack in Boulder, Colorado
The National Association of Social Workers – Colorado Chapter is heartbroken by the horrific attack that occurred today in Boulder during the peaceful "Run for Their Lives" gathering.
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 21 min read


NASW-Illinois Chapter Warns: Without Action, Mental Health Access Will Move Further To a Luxury Few Can Afford
If lawmakers fail to pass HB1085 sponsored by Sen. Karina Villa, the mental health workforce crisis in Illinois will deepen, and access to care will become a privilege reserved for the wealthy.

NASW-IL Staff
May 312 min read


NASW Tips and Tools for Social Workers: The Crucial Role Medicaid and Social Workers Play in Providing Access to Substance Use Treatment
This behavioral health practice tool highlights the importance of Medicaid assistance for those who are dealing with substance use disorders and why cutting Medicaid would further harm the communities in which we serve as social workers.
NASW-IL Staff
May 305 min read


NASW Tips and Tools for Social Workers: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Working with Children, Youth and Families
Adverse Childhood Experiences are negative or traumatic events that may have harmful consequences to a child or adult’s health and mental wellbeing across the lifespan.
NASW-IL Staff
May 306 min read


IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
NASW-IL Staff
May 302 min read


From the Pen of the President: June 2025
This month’s message is bittersweet as it marks my final address to our social work community as NASW-Illinois Chapter President. Over the past two years, I have had the honor of leading our chapter and serving nationally as chair of the Council of Chapter Presidents. It’s hard to believe that my leadership journey within this chapter has spanned six years and is now coming to an end.
NASW-IL Staff
May 303 min read


Take Action! Slip as Proponent for HB1085 TODAY
HB1085 will result in a rate increase for all mental health and substance use disorders (MH/SUD) services through most state-regulated private health insurance plans in 2027 and contains other important reforms.
NASW-IL Staff
May 283 min read


NASW-IL Initiative HB 1806 Passes IL Senate Unanimously, Protecting Illinoisans from AI "Therapists"
HB1806 ensures that care is delivered by licensed, trained providers—not unregulated chatbots.
NASW-IL Staff
May 222 min read


NASW Metro DC Expresses Outrage, Offers Mental Health Services Regarding May 21 Shooting of Two Israeli Embassy Workers
The Metro DC Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) stands in strong solidarity, condemnation, and deep sympathy with Jewish social workers and the wider Jewish community after the fatal shooting May 21 of two Israeli embassy staffers leaving an American Jewish Committee function at the Capital Jewish Museum.
NASW-IL Staff
May 222 min read


HB 1715 Passes IL Senate Unanimously, Keeps DCFS Focused on Protecting Children, Not Policing Them
HB1715 removes outdated statutory language that gave the DCFS unused police authority.
NASW-IL Staff
May 212 min read
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