WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is thrilled with the immediate, decisive steps the Biden-Harris administration has taken to address head-long the many challenges facing our nation.
Within just three days of his inauguration, President Biden issued 30 executive actions that will not only dismantle devastating policies of the prior administration but accelerate our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. He has restored hope and stability for immigrants, including “Dreamers”, and lifted up millions of people struggling with food insecurity or facing eviction due to the pandemic.
He has laid the foundation for a long-overdue $15 per hour national minimum wage and ensured that the federal government will enforce federal law prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. He has prioritized the health and safety of workers and paused federal student loan payments and interest until October 2021.
“President Biden has demonstrated the new administration’s earnest commitment to advancing the well-being of all Americans,” NASW President Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW, said. “These policy actions will strengthen all communities and uplift the lives of those who are vulnerable or marginalized. NASW will advance these policies into action and looks forward with great anticipation to the further bold steps by the President to create a more just, inclusive and equitable society.”
The National Association of Social Workers (NASW), in Washington, DC, is the largest membership organization of professional social workers. It promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work and social workers. NASW also seeks to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities through its advocacy.