NASW-MA Chapter
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The National Association of Social Workers - Massachusetts Chapter is the leading professional social work organization in the Commonwealth.
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Our hearts are heavy thinking of our neighbors in Rhode Island and all those who have been impacted by the tragic loss of life this weekend. 💔
December 15, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Our hearts are heavy thinking of our neighbors in Rhode Island and all those who have been impacted by the tragic loss of life this weekend. 💔
Did you know that social workers can work internationally?🗺️
Social workers can work with government programs, refugee camps, and orphanages. International social workers work directly in communities or with organizations to promote well-being and social justice.
Social workers can work with government programs, refugee camps, and orphanages. International social workers work directly in communities or with organizations to promote well-being and social justice.
December 2, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Did you know that social workers can work internationally?🗺️
Social workers can work with government programs, refugee camps, and orphanages. International social workers work directly in communities or with organizations to promote well-being and social justice.
Social workers can work with government programs, refugee camps, and orphanages. International social workers work directly in communities or with organizations to promote well-being and social justice.
The DOE is proposing new rules that could limit how much students can borrow based on whether a degree is labeled “professional”. Right now, social work isn’t included in the professional category. Social Workers are essential. Our degrees should be recognized.
👉 www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitio...
👉 www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitio...
November 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The DOE is proposing new rules that could limit how much students can borrow based on whether a degree is labeled “professional”. Right now, social work isn’t included in the professional category. Social Workers are essential. Our degrees should be recognized.
👉 www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitio...
👉 www.votervoice.net/NASW/Petitio...
📣Massachusetts #socialworkers we need your help! We are having critical conversations about what AI in behavioral health looks like and need your input 🧠. Share your thoughts, concerns, and feedback as it will help us support future legislation here in MA!
Click here: forms.gle/8jwPyyaAgJYJ...
Click here: forms.gle/8jwPyyaAgJYJ...
November 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
📣Massachusetts #socialworkers we need your help! We are having critical conversations about what AI in behavioral health looks like and need your input 🧠. Share your thoughts, concerns, and feedback as it will help us support future legislation here in MA!
Click here: forms.gle/8jwPyyaAgJYJ...
Click here: forms.gle/8jwPyyaAgJYJ...
Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor all of the brave people who fought for our freedom 💙❤️.
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - John F. Kennedy
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - John F. Kennedy
November 11, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor all of the brave people who fought for our freedom 💙❤️.
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - John F. Kennedy
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - John F. Kennedy
We know the delay in SNAP benefits is a colossal failure by our federal govt. that is why we are asking our state government to step in. We urge the Governor & MA legislature to step in & provide partial funds.
➡️ Click the link www.votervoice.net/NASWMA/Campa... to ask our state to step in!
➡️ Click the link www.votervoice.net/NASWMA/Campa... to ask our state to step in!
Please step in and fund SNAP!
What is SNAP?The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to h...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
We know the delay in SNAP benefits is a colossal failure by our federal govt. that is why we are asking our state government to step in. We urge the Governor & MA legislature to step in & provide partial funds.
➡️ Click the link www.votervoice.net/NASWMA/Campa... to ask our state to step in!
➡️ Click the link www.votervoice.net/NASWMA/Campa... to ask our state to step in!
#NASW is joining cities, unions, and civil society organizations to sue the Trump-Vance Administration for weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to silence critics and stifle dissent. Read our release: tinyurl.com/3vhp7p5x
November 3, 2025 at 8:46 PM
#NASW is joining cities, unions, and civil society organizations to sue the Trump-Vance Administration for weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to silence critics and stifle dissent. Read our release: tinyurl.com/3vhp7p5x
THANK YOU to everyone who helped us celebrate our amazing honorees last night🥰. We are so grateful to these social work pioneers who have led the way, are leading the way, & will continue to lead the way in changing our systems for the better and positively impacting numerous lives in the process.
October 31, 2025 at 3:23 PM
THANK YOU to everyone who helped us celebrate our amazing honorees last night🥰. We are so grateful to these social work pioneers who have led the way, are leading the way, & will continue to lead the way in changing our systems for the better and positively impacting numerous lives in the process.
Last day for social workers to sign on and share there support for SNAP!
🗣️ Social workers, advocates, and allies — your voice matters!
Sign and share NASW’s petition urging federal leaders to fund the government and protect SNAP benefits:
👉 tinyurl.com/25s62zfv
#NASW #SNAP #FoodSecurity #Advocacy #SocialWork #PleaseShare
Sign and share NASW’s petition urging federal leaders to fund the government and protect SNAP benefits:
👉 tinyurl.com/25s62zfv
#NASW #SNAP #FoodSecurity #Advocacy #SocialWork #PleaseShare
October 29, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Last day for social workers to sign on and share there support for SNAP!
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Massachusetts families are at risk of going hungry come November if SNAP isn’t funded — and we need you to stand with us! 💥 RSVP to Rally for SNAP on the State House steps Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 12 p.m. Let’s make our voices impossible to ignore. projectbread.org/events/rally...
Rally for SNAP at the State House | Upcoming Event
SNAP can't stop during the government shutdown! RSVP to join Make Hunger History for a Rally for SNAP on the Massachusetts State House on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
projectbread.org
October 26, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Massachusetts families are at risk of going hungry come November if SNAP isn’t funded — and we need you to stand with us! 💥 RSVP to Rally for SNAP on the State House steps Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 12 p.m. Let’s make our voices impossible to ignore. projectbread.org/events/rally...
📣CALLING ALL SOCIAL WORKERS
#NASW Petition: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in jeopardy.
📑Read and sign our letter: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Leg...
#NASW Petition: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in jeopardy.
📑Read and sign our letter: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Leg...
October 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
📣CALLING ALL SOCIAL WORKERS
#NASW Petition: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in jeopardy.
📑Read and sign our letter: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Leg...
#NASW Petition: The Federal Government Shutdown is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in jeopardy.
📑Read and sign our letter: www.socialworkers.org/Advocacy/Leg...
Today, we attended a briefing focused on The Integration of Behavioral Health into our Healthcare Systems. Thank you to Chair Domb, Rep. Giannino, and the wonderful panelists, including NASW-MA Board Member Jennifer Blewett. 💙
October 14, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Today, we attended a briefing focused on The Integration of Behavioral Health into our Healthcare Systems. Thank you to Chair Domb, Rep. Giannino, and the wonderful panelists, including NASW-MA Board Member Jennifer Blewett. 💙
On this World Mental Health Day, NASW-MA wants to remind you that together, we can break the stigma against MH struggles by raising awareness & sharing supportive resources.
Resources for MA:
➡️988-Crisis line
➡️(833) 773-2445- Behavioral Health Helpline
➡️www.therapymatcher.org to find a therapist
Resources for MA:
➡️988-Crisis line
➡️(833) 773-2445- Behavioral Health Helpline
➡️www.therapymatcher.org to find a therapist
October 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
On this World Mental Health Day, NASW-MA wants to remind you that together, we can break the stigma against MH struggles by raising awareness & sharing supportive resources.
Resources for MA:
➡️988-Crisis line
➡️(833) 773-2445- Behavioral Health Helpline
➡️www.therapymatcher.org to find a therapist
Resources for MA:
➡️988-Crisis line
➡️(833) 773-2445- Behavioral Health Helpline
➡️www.therapymatcher.org to find a therapist
MA social workers, did you see BCBS's report stating the biggest barriers to diversifying our workforce are:
➡️cost of licensure testing
➡️navigating the licensure process
➡️lack of cultural flexibility in license testing & administration
📣Take action using the link [ docs.google.com/document/d/1... ]
➡️cost of licensure testing
➡️navigating the licensure process
➡️lack of cultural flexibility in license testing & administration
📣Take action using the link [ docs.google.com/document/d/1... ]
October 6, 2025 at 5:18 PM
MA social workers, did you see BCBS's report stating the biggest barriers to diversifying our workforce are:
➡️cost of licensure testing
➡️navigating the licensure process
➡️lack of cultural flexibility in license testing & administration
📣Take action using the link [ docs.google.com/document/d/1... ]
➡️cost of licensure testing
➡️navigating the licensure process
➡️lack of cultural flexibility in license testing & administration
📣Take action using the link [ docs.google.com/document/d/1... ]
✨Meet Megan Mawdsley, one of our new MSW interns! Meg is a recent graduate of RIC with her BSW, and is currently studying at BU for her MSW. Megan is passionate about racial justice, increasing access to healthcare & community programs, & ensuring that families are not left in poverty. 😊
September 30, 2025 at 7:01 PM
✨Meet Megan Mawdsley, one of our new MSW interns! Meg is a recent graduate of RIC with her BSW, and is currently studying at BU for her MSW. Megan is passionate about racial justice, increasing access to healthcare & community programs, & ensuring that families are not left in poverty. 😊
✨Meet Mickey McGrath, one of our new MSW interns! Mickey is a second-year MSW student at SSU. Originally from the NYC/North Jersey area, they are happy to have found a home on the North Shore in MA. Their policy interests are LGBTQ+ rights, gender equity, & racial justice. 😊
September 30, 2025 at 5:18 PM
✨Meet Mickey McGrath, one of our new MSW interns! Mickey is a second-year MSW student at SSU. Originally from the NYC/North Jersey area, they are happy to have found a home on the North Shore in MA. Their policy interests are LGBTQ+ rights, gender equity, & racial justice. 😊
So, you don't know who represents you in the state house? No problem!😊
Here are 2 super easy steps to finding out ⬇️:
1. Go to malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator
2. Enter your street address, city/town, and zip code
Here are 2 super easy steps to finding out ⬇️:
1. Go to malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator
2. Enter your street address, city/town, and zip code
September 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
So, you don't know who represents you in the state house? No problem!😊
Here are 2 super easy steps to finding out ⬇️:
1. Go to malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator
2. Enter your street address, city/town, and zip code
Here are 2 super easy steps to finding out ⬇️:
1. Go to malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator
2. Enter your street address, city/town, and zip code
The Office for Refugees and Immigrant's and Office of Housing and Livable Communities is offering FREE immigration legal assistance for those in any of the qualifying categories! If you're interested in this service, scan the QR Code above or email [email protected] with questions.
September 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
The Office for Refugees and Immigrant's and Office of Housing and Livable Communities is offering FREE immigration legal assistance for those in any of the qualifying categories! If you're interested in this service, scan the QR Code above or email [email protected] with questions.
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PACE endorsed candidate update! Brockton election results are in: Congratulations to Ellie Teixeira and Sandra Centio! They both advance to the General election on November 4th! @naswma.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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#NASW supports legislation that would reverse all health care provisions in the budget reconciliation law that passed. The new bill would also make permanent enhanced premium tax credits that help keep ACA Marketplace plans affordable for individuals & families. Read the letter here: bit.ly/3VZcqdU
September 23, 2025 at 12:29 PM
#NASW supports legislation that would reverse all health care provisions in the budget reconciliation law that passed. The new bill would also make permanent enhanced premium tax credits that help keep ACA Marketplace plans affordable for individuals & families. Read the letter here: bit.ly/3VZcqdU
Reposted by NASW-MA Chapter
Thank you to coalition member Rebekah Gewirtz of @naswma.bsky.social for her letter in the Boston Globe defending the importance of cash assistance grants. Read the full letter here: bit.ly/InDefenseOfC... #LiftOurKids
Some thoughts, before we give up on the idea of giving cash to poor families - The Boston Globe
"Our neighbors who are poor mirror the rest of us quite closely. Most important, however, they don’t have money," writes one reader.
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September 3, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Thank you to coalition member Rebekah Gewirtz of @naswma.bsky.social for her letter in the Boston Globe defending the importance of cash assistance grants. Read the full letter here: bit.ly/InDefenseOfC... #LiftOurKids
Get out and vote!
Calling all Worcester social workers! It's time to vote for Khrystian King for Mayor!
Early voting is available Friday Aug 29, 9 am to 5 pm at
Worcester Public Library. or Vote on Election Day, Tues Sept 2, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. www1.worcesterma.gov/applications...
@naswma.bsky.social
Early voting is available Friday Aug 29, 9 am to 5 pm at
Worcester Public Library. or Vote on Election Day, Tues Sept 2, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. www1.worcesterma.gov/applications...
@naswma.bsky.social
August 28, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Get out and vote!
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NASW-MA PACE is delighted to support fellow social worker Eugenie Kavanagh for Mayor of Brockton. Eugenie will bring her passion for her community to bring new voices to city government to make equitable decisions for all. Make a plan to vote by Sept 16! @naswma.bsky.social
August 15, 2025 at 5:18 PM
NASW-MA PACE is delighted to support fellow social worker Eugenie Kavanagh for Mayor of Brockton. Eugenie will bring her passion for her community to bring new voices to city government to make equitable decisions for all. Make a plan to vote by Sept 16! @naswma.bsky.social
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NASWMA PACE is delighted to support fellow social worker Khrystian King in his campaign for Worcester Mayor. Khrystian King is effective in policy, community leadership and advocacy!
Make a plan to vote on Sept 2! @naswma.bsky.social
Make a plan to vote on Sept 2! @naswma.bsky.social
August 15, 2025 at 5:16 PM
NASWMA PACE is delighted to support fellow social worker Khrystian King in his campaign for Worcester Mayor. Khrystian King is effective in policy, community leadership and advocacy!
Make a plan to vote on Sept 2! @naswma.bsky.social
Make a plan to vote on Sept 2! @naswma.bsky.social
Advocacy in local and state elections matter. Get involved today!
National Politics too stressful?? NASW-MA PACE focuses on local and state elections that matter! Join us! forms.gle/S33yWCedVYrr...
@naswma.bsky.social
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August 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Advocacy in local and state elections matter. Get involved today!