Partial Loan Repayment Assistance Available to Those Working in Community Mental Health Centers
The Community Behavioral Health Care Professional Loan Repayment Program reopened for SFY24 on August 1, 2023. The program provides...
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NASW-IL Staff
Aug 4, 20235 min read
NASW-IL Advocacy At Work: Gov. Signs HB 2365 Providing Alternative to ASWB Exam
Governor Pritzker Signs Landmark Bill to Strengthen Our Mental Health Workforce by Forging an Equitable Path for Social Work Licensure...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 4, 20232 min read
Registration Open! 2023 NASW Chapters Conference: A Meeting of the Profession
REGISTER NOW! Join us for two days of live virtual education with social workers across our sister chapters in NASW-Nevada and NASW-North...
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 1, 20232 min read
DEADLINE EXTENDED! Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Social Work Awards
DEADLINE EXTENDED! Thursday, August 17, 2023 The nomination deadline has been extended! Nominations are still being accepted for this...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 31, 20235 min read
From the Pen of the President: August 2023
NASW-Illinois Chapter President Latesha Newson, MSW, LCSW Greetings, NASW-Illinois Chapter Social Work Community! I am honored to...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 18, 20232 min read
IDFPR Officially Removes In-Person CE Requirement
Rules Officially Passed for Removal of In-Person CE Requirement from Social Work Licensure As previously reported by the chapter, rules...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 13, 20232 min read
NASW Chapter Presidents Call for Affirmative Action Support
The 55 members of the National Association of Social Workers Council of Chapter Presidents (NASW COCP) are outraged at the June 29, 2023,...
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Get Ready to Update Records and Billing with New Nonbinary Gender Option in IL
Approximately four years ago, the NASW-Illinois Chapter joined other Illinois advocates in support of legislation that allowed Illinois...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 30, 20234 min read
Student Loan Payments to Resume: What You Need to Know
Reprinted from National NASW It’s a busy time for student loan borrowers! Several new programs have been announced, and payments are set...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 27, 20232 min read
Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Social Work Awards
Request a Social Work Awards Nomination Form DEADLINE: Monday, July 31, 2023 Nominations are now being accepted for the annual...
NASW-IL Staff
Jun 8, 202369 min read
June 2023: Illinois Spring Legislative Session Update
NASW-Illinois Chapter membership helps us to push for legislation that benefits Illinois social workers. As the largest membership...
NASW-IL Staff
May 31, 20232 min read
Save the Date! 2023 NASW Chapters Conference
This year's annual conference has been announced! This year's 2023 NASW Chapters Conference: A Meeting of the Profession will be a...
NASW-IL Staff
May 19, 202316 min read
Learn More About Social Work Exam Alternative Law HB2365 SA1
NASW-Illinois Chapter membership helps us to push for legislation that supports a more equitable profession and a better life for your...
NASW-IL Staff
May 17, 20232 min read
Call for Presenters! 2023 NASW Chapters Conference
The NASW-Illinois Chapter is looking for presenters! This year's annual conference has been announced! This year's 2023 NASW Chapters...
NASW-IL Staff
May 17, 20236 min read
2023 NASW-Illinois Chapter Election Results
Thank you to those who took part in this year's 2023 NASW-Illinois Chapter Elections during the month of April. Below are the individuals...
NASW-IL Staff
May 3, 20232 min read
Wanted: 2023–2024 Social Work Intern for NASW-Illinois Chapter
We're looking for a 2023–2024 social work intern for the academic school year! Spend your internship with the largest professional...
NASW-IL Staff
May 2, 20233 min read
CMS Approves Illinois Proposal to Expand Access to Care for Kids in Schools
Reprinted from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Press Release Action by the Biden-Harris Administration will make more Medicaid ...
NASW-IL Staff
May 2, 20232 min read
Pritzker signs bill on healthcare staffing as pandemic-era emergency rules expire
Reprinted from Capitol Fax With COVID-19 Public Health Emergency proclamations set to lapse on May 11, state Rep. Bob Morgan,...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 27, 20232 min read
NASW supports lawmakers punished for supporting gender-affirming care, sensible gun laws
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is alarmed by attacks on democracy, including actions taken in the...
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 3, 20238 min read
2023 NASW-Illinois Chapter Elections
The 2023 NASW-Illinois Chapter Elections will take place from April 1–30, 2023. Keep an eye on your e-mail for a link to the electronic...
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