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The National Association of Social Workers is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world. Representing more than 150,000 members from 56 chapters in the U.S. and abroad, NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policy.

NASW- South Dakota works to serve the needs of its members in the state, to enhance the image and advance the interests of professional social workers, and to benefit the people we serve. Our goal is to promote, develop, and protect the profession of social work and social workers. We also work actively to advocate and provide a voice for those we serve so their needs are recognized and met.

We invite you to join us and take advantage of the opportunities we offer for continuing education, legislative advocacy, professional growth, and leadership development.

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     NEW!!        CAPWIZ

 

    CONTACT YOUR FEDERAL AND STATE LEGISLATORS

     WITH NASW-SD's NEW,EASY ONE-CLICK SERVICE!

     

     Just in time for the South Dakota Legislative Session!

 

               http://capwiz.com/socialworkers/sd         

              

 

       SAVE THE DATES!

              NASW-SD ANNUAL CONFERENCE

 

                     PTSD - Trauma Work

 

             Thursday, March 26 & Friday, March 27, 2009

                   

              Orthopedic Institute - Sioux Falls, SD

    

        See "Calendar of Events" for more information

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              New!  Links to Loan Forgiveness programs for social workers

                                         Go to "Links" page

 

                     NASW Joblink

 

                     

     NOW...............HOME STUDIES ON THE WEBSITE!!

                   Earn CEUs in the comfort of your own home!

              Go to the links below to access two home study programs:

                         

                         Methamphetamine Abuse and Addiction

                       

                 The abuse of methamphetamine - a potent psychostimulant - is an extremely serious and gowing problem.  This course i                     is designed to educate social workers about symptoms, uses, short and long termn effects, and treatment of this highly                        addictive drug.

                                              worth 2.0 CEUs

 

                          Elder Abuse

                             Elder abuse in domestic settings affects hundreds of thousands of elderly people across this country.  Such abuse                               remails largely hidden under the shroud of family secrecy.  Learn to recognize the subtle clues in behaviors, risk                                  factors and what to do if you suspect elder abuse.

                                                                      worth 2.0 CEUs

 

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                                        NATIONAL SOCIAL WORK PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN

 

Every day, millions of people are helped by a social worker.  You do make a difference.And it's time to let the world know.  It's time to tell your story......

To support the public education campaign, purchase a Professional Social Worker pin.  This pin recognizes social workers as educated, experienced and ethical.  Wear it to show your commitment to the social work profession. Silver pin $25.00, gold pin $50.00

Donations should be made to the NASW Foundation, 750 First Street, NE Suite 700, Washington, DC 20002-4241.  All donations are tax-deductible.  Please note "Public Education Campaign" in the memo line on your check.

You can contribute online:  www.naswfoundation.org or call 800-742-4089

As a social worker, you need access to the best ideas, the most current information, and the most informed people. The NASW-SD website will provide you with easy access to important resources. Please explore our “Links & Resources” page. We provide easy access to the National NASW website, and to information about the South Dakota legislature and legislation. We hope you will find this site useful, and encourage you to e-mail us with ideas to make this site more responsive to your needs as a professional.

 

 

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