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NASW is Here for You, from Campus to Career

+NASW Supports Social Work Students

Social Work – Paving the way for change

NASW – an overview

How NASW supports students

NASW membership

+Challenge injustice. Enhance society.

Poverty

Stress

Discrimination

Addiction

Abuse

Depression

Unemployment

Divorce

Disability

Loss

Educational problems

Mental illness

Help others overcome challenges:

+In every part of the community. Hospice care

Adoption agencies

Schools

Mental health clinics

Hospitals

Military

Veterans hospitals

Corporations

Senior centers

Public social agencies

Prisons

City, County and State Officials Offices

+NASW is your professional association.

Largest organization of professional social workers

132,000 members

20,000 student members

55 local chapters – one in each state, plus US territory and international chapters

LARGEST GROUP OF

SOCIAL WORKERS

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20,000studentmember

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55 LOCAL CHAPTERS

+Joining NASW as a student benefits you throughout your career. News and information

Advocacy efforts

Career resources

Training and education

Ethics and legal guidance

Practice resources

Malpractice insurance

Building a professional network

+Your membership is National and local with NASW <Chapter> Chapter.

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Student membership includes NASW <CHAPTER> membership

+Make an impact with NASW

List 2-4 items that are timely and pertinent to students. Examples include: LGBT rights, immigration reform, racial equality, or veterans support.

+Know the issues. Be part of the solution.

Education

Resources

Advocacy

Lobby Day or <Chapter activity here>

+Be ready for on-the-job challenges.

Student liability insurance—students can be sued

Free and discounted online courses

Ethics and legal guidelines, plus free consultations

Up-to-date practice information

+Be confident in your career.

Social work jobs database

Post your resume for employers (members only)

Sample resumes, cover letters, and interview questions

Social work career information

NASW <CHAPTER> events - meet and learn from practicing social workers

+Join NASW today.

Save with discounts on: Liability insurance CE credits and training Local and national conferences and events Publications and resources, including the journal

Social Work

Exclusive, reduced membership fees for students

Get a year’s worth of benefits for less than the cost of a month of cell phone service – or one latte per month

Membership in NASW National and <CHAPTER> Chapter

+Stay a member, pay less in dues.

Reduced dues for 2-3 years after graduation

NASW membership makes the transition to the professional world easier

Learn workplace expectations Understand and pursue state licensure Access career and on-the-job resources

+From campus to career, NASW is here to help you succeed.

Contact information of presenter and student liaison, if applicable.

www.socialworkers.org/join.asp

<Chapter website>

Twitter: @nasw

Facebook: www.facebook.com/socialworkers