NASW-NY Statement: Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Shooting in New York City, Oct 09, 2026
NASW-NY condemns the ICE shooting in Marble Hill and calls for accountability, trauma-informed care for the child, and an end to violent ICE tactics.
Sexual Violence & Drug-Facilitated Assault: Social Work Resources Following the Cornell University Case, Sep 29, 2026
NASW-NY has issued an official statement on sexual violence and drug-facilitated assault following the Cornell University case. The statement includes trauma-informed practice guidance and a resource list for social workers covering New York consent laws, survivor rights, forensic exams, and statewide and NYC support services.
Memorandum in Support: A9283A/S8602A (Supporting Families Together Act) - NASW-NY, Sep 24, 2026
NASW-NY strongly supports passage of A9283A (Hevesi) / S8602A (Salazar & Brisport), the Supporting Families Together Act., to remove civil and criminal penalties for mandated reporters, allowing professionals to use their clinical judgment and restoring trust between families and helping professionals.
Memorandum in Support: S10208/A9659-A (PANS/PANDAS Coverage) - NASW-NY, Sep 22, 2026
NASW-NY strongly supports passage of S10208/A9659-A to require health insurance policies in New York State to cover medically necessary rehabilitation treatment for Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and PANDAS.
Access to Home for Heroes Program, Aug 12, 2026
Sign-On Letter
NASW-NY joined Assemblyman Keith Brown and 46 NY legislators in calling on Governor Hochul to fix the Access to Home for Heroes program, after a state audit found $2.1 million in unspent veteran housing funds and widespread oversight failures.
An Important Update on the NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. Community Engagement Initiative, Aug 04, 2026
NASW-NY has issued an official statement addressing the unauthorized capture and distribution of C.A.R.E.S. program materials, outlining new safeguards and a policy prohibiting recording tools at future events to protect presenters and the integrity of its free educational programming.
FY2027-2028 SNS Coalition Budget Letter, Jul 09, 2026
NASW-NY joined over 100 organizations urging a $50M school climate investment in the state budget.
Statement on the Gutting of the Voting Rights Act, Its Impact, and the Role of Social Workers, Apr 29, 2026
NASW-NY has issued an official statement condemning the weakening of the Voting Rights Act and reaffirming the profession's commitment to protecting equitable access to the democratic process. The statement examines the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions on historically marginalized communities, outlines the implications for social work practice, and identifies actions social workers can take to advance civic participation and voting rights.
NASW-NY Recognizes 2026 Awardees Advancing Justice and Transforming Lives Across New York, Mar 11, 2026
NASW-NY honors the recipients of its 2026 Celebration of Social Work Awards, recognizing exceptional social workers, students, and JASA for their leadership, advocacy, service, and commitment to social justice across New York.
CURRENTS - Fall/Winter 2025, Mar 04, 2026
The Fall/Winter 2025 edition of CURRENTS features updates from NASW-NY leadership, including remarks from Executive Director Dr. Shakira A. Kennedy, the Chapter's Board Presidents, and President-Elect Dr. Patricia Gray. This issue also highlights advocacy and policy updates from the NASW-NY Policy Team and introduces the inaugural Ethics Corner from the Chapter Ethics Committee (CEC).
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