Chapter Statements and Press Releases


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Apr 29, 2026

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. Read our full statement to learn about the impact and how social workers can take action.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Jan 05, 2026

This page highlights the NASW–New York Chapter’s 2025 Year in Review, a historic year marked by the unification of the NYC and NYS Chapters and expanded impact across New York State. Throughout 2025, NASW–NY advanced social work practice through strengthened advocacy, expanded professional development, increased community engagement, and meaningful student leadership. The Year in Review reflects progress in legislative advocacy, workforce support, continuing education, and equity-focused initiatives, while looking ahead to continued growth and collaboration in 2026.

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