The 2025 NASW-NYC/NYS Policy Series is a dynamic, multi-part program designed to inform and equip New York social workers with critical policy resources and practical tools for advocacy. Covering key issues such as salaries, student loan forgiveness, mental health in schools, and other profession-specific concerns, the series provides social workers across the state with a platform to stay informed and take action.

More than just a learning opportunity, the series is a call to advocacy—empowering social workers to engage directly in shaping policies that impact their careers, clients, and communities. Participants will gain access to valuable resources, connect with peers and policy leaders, and become part of a statewide movement to elevate the profession through sustained advocacy and legislative engagement.

The series also highlights member-driven advocacy opportunities within the Chapter, including the Advocacy & Government Relations (AGR) Committee—which helps shape the annual chapter legislative agenda—and the PACE (Political Action for Candidate Election) Committee, the chapter's political arm that endorses and supports candidates aligned with chapter policy goals.

To see the 2025 Policy Series schedule of events, see below.

Just click on the date you're interested in for more information and access to registration. 

Questions? Email cares.naswnyc@socialworkers.org 

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. ET

Addressing Inequities in Social Work Salaries

Thursday, May 8, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. ET 

Social Work Loan Forgiveness is Crucial to Recruitment

and Retainment in the Profession

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. ET 

The Need for Social Workers in Schools

Thursday, May 15, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. ET 

Advocacy at NASW NYS/NYC: Trends in State and National Politics

and the Need for Social Workers to Become Politically Engaged

Anti-Harassment Policy:

NASW-NYS/NYC is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for professional participation for all our members, partners, and other event attendees. Our strength as an association is our people, and we cherish their diversity and strive for equity and inclusion. We value all our attendees equally, and will not accept any treatment at the event, or in any sphere of Association business, that undermines this value. By registering for any of our events, you agree to abide by the NASW-NYS/NYC anti-harassment policy.

 Accessibility:

Closed captioning through Zoom will be provided for all programs. If you need any additional accessibility accommodations, please email info.naswnys@socialworkers.org. In order to ensure each request is met to the best of our ability, please submit requests no less than 10 business days before an event.