Advocacy Toolkit

2026 Advocacy Toolkit

NASW–NY 2026 Advocacy Toolkit

Advocacy is part of the Social Work Code of Ethics. As social workers, we have an obligation to champion policies that improve the lives of our clients. This guide will help you discover the different ways of getting involved!

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Supreme Court statement

Official Statement

Statement on the Gutting of the Voting Rights Act, Its Impact, and the Role of Social Workers

NASW–New York condemns the Supreme Court's decision to strike down Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act — a devastating blow to civil rights and democratic participation.

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04/ 29/ 2026
Statement on the Gutting of the Voting Rights Act, Its Impact, and the Role of Social Workers
NASW–New York condemns the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act — a devastating blow to civil rights and democra...

03/ 11/ 2026
NASW-NY Recognizes 2026 Awardees Advancing Justice and Transforming Lives Across New York
NASW-NY is honoring exceptional social workers, students, and a leading human service organization as part of its 2026 Celebration of Social Work Awar...

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CURRENTS - Fall/Winter 2025
The Spring/Summer 2026 issue of NASW-NY CURRENTS features leadership reflections, policy updates, and the launch of the chapter’s first Ethics Corner....

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