06/14/2026
NASW- DE members were left feeling truly inspired by Friday mornings plenary session! Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester hails from a three-generation family of social workers and understands the adage, “social work is the profession of hope in action.” From her late father, Ted Blunt, who worked in the field of education and as a member and later president of Wilmington City Council; and her sister, Professor Marla Blunt-Carter; to her daughter – all three with MSW degrees – Lisa has witnessed hope in action all her life. Their influence and the belief in the transformational power of public service led her on a path from a congressional intern and constituent caseworker to the United States Senate.
She made Delaware history in 2016 and again in 2024, becoming the first woman AND first person of color elected to the US House of Representatives and US Senate.
Senator Blunt Rochester currently serves on the Committees on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs; Commerce, Science, and Transportation; Environment and Public Works; and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. In Washington and at home, she is leading the charge to address the housing crisis, improve access to affordable health care, advocate for clean air and drinking water, and secure the future of work for Americans in an ever-changing economy.
She is the proud mother of Alex, Alyssa and Ebony – and elated to be the grandmother of 3-year-old, Lennox.
