Annual Social Work Awards

Annual Social Work Awards

Nominations are now open for this year’s Annual Social Work Awards, honoring individuals who make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

Do you someone making an exceptional impact?

Submit your nomination today and help us shine a light on their impact.

Award Categories:

  • Social Worker of the Year
  • Social Work Student of the Year
  • Social Work Educator of the Year
  • Public Citizen of the Year
  • Elected Official of the Year
  • Lifetime Achievement

Awards are considered at the local unit level, and recipients are honored at their unit’s Social Work Month event in March. Unit winners are then considered at the Chapter level.

Deadline is January 20, 2026.

Click here to submit your award nomination.