Why Should I Join NASW?

NASW is the voice for advancing the Social Work profession and the clients we serve.

NASW represents our profession

• Enhancing social work’s credibility and authority
• Helping the public know who we are and what we do
• Promoting standards and pay equity for our profession

NASW advocates for social justice

• Addressing injustice and marginalization of groups
• Raising awareness of critical issues impacting those we serve
• Encouraging public policy engagement and activism

NASW advances your professional development

• Offering diverse and high-quality continuing education
• Providing ethical and legal consultation
• Building the professional community through networking and leadership opportunities